
The Los Angeles Lakers couldn’t turn the tide in their first-round playoff series versus the Minnesota Timberwolves. Following a disappointing Game 5 defeat, where they fell short with a score of 96-103, the Lakers faced elimination from the postseason, effectively ending their quest for the championship. Given these circumstances, Bronny James took a notable step that will surely capture everyone’s attention.
ESPN’s Dave McMenamin recently reported that James Jr., the talented son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has announced his intention to participate in his second Las Vegas Summer League this coming July.
“Bronny James says he will play in the Las Vegas Summer League again this offseason,” McMenamin wrote in his recent post on X (formerly Twitter).
Bronny James says he will play in the Las Vegas Summer League again this offseason
— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) May 1, 2025
This announcement has generated excitement among basketball fans and analysts alike, as Bronny continues to develop his skills and showcase his talent on a larger stage.
LeBron James Evaluates Playing With Bronny Among His Top Achievements

Bronny James faced significant criticism after the Lakers selected him in the 2024 NBA Draft. Many fans, analysts, and players accused him of nepotism within the NBA. Despite this scrutiny, Bronny and his father, LeBron James, made history as the first father-son duo to play together in the NBA. In a recent interview, LeBron reflected on where playing alongside Bronny ranks among his career accomplishments.
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“No. 1 for sure. That’s easy. … He has a bright future because not only can he play the game of basketball, he’s just a great f*cking kid,” James Sr. said.
"No. 1 for sure. That's easy. … He has a bright future because not only can he play the game of basketball, he's just a great f*cking kid."
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) May 1, 2025
LeBron James on where playing with Bronny ranks among his career accomplishments 💯
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After the Lakers‘ playoff exit this season, many fans started wondering what the future holds for LeBron James. The big question on everyone’s mind is whether he will choose to retire or embark on one more season, potentially playing alongside his son, Bronny.