LOS ANGELES — Guard Bronny James began his sophomore campaign with the Los Angeles Lakers on Oct. 4, but the highly watched second-year player struggled to find the basket, closing the night with what the New York Post called an “awful” shooting display.
The contest marked James’ first regular appearance of the 2025-26 season. Despite offseason optimism surrounding his development, the guard missed the bulk of his attempts and was unable to establish any rhythm on offense. The rough start tempered the anticipation that had built since his rookie year.
Head coach Darvin Ham kept James on the floor for extended minutes, hoping the 20-year-old would shoot his way out of the slump, but the cold streak persisted. The Lakers staff is expected to review film in the coming days as they prepare for their next matchup.
The performance comes as James continues to navigate heightened scrutiny fueled by his high-profile lineage and the Lakers’ championship aspirations. Team officials emphasized that the season is still young and expressed confidence that the guard will regain his shooting touch.
Source: New York Post
