Washington – Bronny James, son of NBA superstar LeBron James, stole the show in his team’s 134-96 victory over the Washington Wizards on Thursday night. Despite shooting just 1-for-6 from the field, James scored a career-high five points, including a crucial three-point play after being fouled.
The Lakers’ young star also showcased his defensive prowess and passing skills, with coach JJ Redick praising his “really good things” in the game. “Defensively he was great,” Redick said. “It’s building blocks for every young player, and I think tonight was a good, positive building block for him.”
James also made several impressive plays, including a steal, long pass to Dalton Knecht for a dunk, and lobbed an alley-oop to Christian Koloko for a slam. The crowd gave him a hearty “MVP!” chant in the final seconds of the game.
As James continues to make a name for himself in the NBA, his father’s shadow remains significant. Redick recalled that he once faced a similar situation during his own rookie years, with fans chanting for him even in blowout losses. However, he praised Bronny for handling the pressure with dignity and class, saying “he’ll continue to grow.”
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