Players selected in the second round of the 2023 NBA Draft only average 22 games throughout the 2023/24 season. Although it is difficult to predict the future development of these players, it is not easy for them to quickly take official positions on teams in the most prestigious arenas in the world.
This is also the future prospect of Bronny James, the eldest son of superstar LeBron James. This player has just announced his participation in the 2024 NBA Draft even though he is not highly rated. Some opinions say that Bronny James’ decision was influenced by LeBron James, as the 39-year-old superstar wanted to play with his son for at least 1 year before retiring.
LeBron James’ wishes combined with the fact that this player’s contract with the Los Angeles Lakers will expire in the summer of 2024 leads to some predictions that any team that risks selecting Bronny James in the 2024 NBA Draft will get the signature of LeBron James in the 2024/25 season. However, there are also opinions that Bronny James should be patient instead of giving in to the pressure of “maturing early” from his father.
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Remember, Bronny James was urgently hospitalized for cardiac arrest while practicing at USC University just less than 10 months ago. That incident caused Bronny James to stop all sports activities for 3 months. Although many people believe that Bronny James will have to have surgery and likely retire permanently, the player born in 2004 will still participate in the 2023/24 season at USC University.
During 25 games, Bronny James averaged 4.8 points per 20 minutes/game for USC University. Those are quite normal achievements compared to thousands of other players at the student level, as well as proof that Bronny James is not ready to enter the professional arena.
Therefore, any team that selects Bronny James in the 2024 NBA Draft will definitely not aim to use this player. They understand that having Bronny James means having the signature of LeBron James, who is associated with reputation, public attention, and top leadership and playing skills even though he is 39 years old. Losing 1 pick in exchange for something like that is too good for any team in the NBA.
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LeBron James has repeatedly stated that he will not put pressure on his son, but many moves such as being willing to “do everything” to play for a year with Bronny James have shown the opposite. The more time passes, the more LeBron James’ career may come to an end. However, there are still new directions for LeBron James and his son in the near future.
Remember, even though he is 39 years old, LeBron James’ performance last season showed that he is capable of playing at the top for at least 2 more years. Not putting too much pressure on Bronny James, allowing this player to gain 1 more year of experience in college and return at the 2025 NBA Draft will be a more secure path.
Not to mention, returning to the college environment means that Bronny James can complete his transfer in the summer of 2024. USC has too many talented players playing in the same position as Bronny James and affecting his ability to transfer. this player’s playing ability. A transfer to Duquesne, where coach Dru Joyce, a close friend of LeBron James, will give Bronny more time to mature.
This will be extremely meaningful to Bronny. This player needs a healthy season, needs the opportunity to play regularly in the best conditions and develop skills approaching NBA level. That is the best path for Bronny James, as well as helping LeBron James focus on playing at the highest level for a while longer instead of having to watch over his son’s growth.
