LeBron And Bronny James Make NBA History As Father-Son Duo

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In a historic moment, LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, became the first father-son duo to play in the NBA together. This groundbreaking achievement occurred during the Los Angeles Lakers’ season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 22. The crowd at Crypto.com Arena erupted in cheers as the two took the court together for the first time.

“It’s a moment I’ll never forget,” LeBron said after the game. “No matter how old I get, that memory will stick with me forever.” With four minutes left in the second quarter, LeBron returned to the court, and Bronny checked in, marking a milestone not just for their family but for NBA history.

Despite the pressure of the night, Bronny focused on staying grounded. “I tried not to focus on everything going on around me and just play like a rookie,” he said. “But yeah, I totally felt the energy, and I appreciate Laker Nation for showing support for me and my dad.”

LeBron, a four-time NBA champion, has long dreamt of playing alongside his son. He first mentioned this goal when Bronny was still in high school, and now that dream is a reality. Reflecting on this milestone, LeBron added, “For this moment to finally come, it’s pretty cool. We didn’t want to make it a spectacle. We wanted to stay focused on the team.”

Bronny, 20, made his NBA debut after being drafted in the second round by the Lakers. Although he didn’t score in the game, the significance of the moment wasn’t lost on anyone. The duo played about two and a half minutes together, with LeBron finishing the night with 16 points, leading the Lakers to a 110-103 victory.

A Dream Fulfilled for LeBron James
Beyond the personal achievement, this event adds to a short list of father-son duos who have competed together in professional sports. “It’s an unbelievable story,” said LeBron’s former teammate, Kevin Love. “LeBron is still one of the best players in the league, and to see them together is amazing.”