LeBron James Says Sharing Playoff Stage With Son Bronny Is ‘The Craziest Thing’
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James called the experience of taking the court alongside his son Bronny James during the NBA playoffs “the craziest thing,” underscoring a rare father-son moment in league history.
The remark came on April 19, 2026, after the Lakers secured a postseason berth that placed both Jameses in the same playoff rotation for the first time. While LeBron, 41, is making his 20th consecutive playoff appearance, 19-year-old Bronny is completing his rookie campaign.
LeBron acknowledged the emotional weight of the achievement, noting that few athletes have been able to compete at the highest level alongside their children. “It’s something you dream about,” he said, describing the milestone as “surreal” and “the craziest thing.”
Bronny, selected by the Lakers with the 17th overall pick in the 2025 draft, has averaged 6.8 points in 16.3 minutes this season. LeBron entered the postseason averaging 24.7 points, 8.1 rebounds and 7.3 assists.
With the Lakers preparing for their opening-round matchup, LeBron emphasized that personal history will not distract from the team’s immediate goal. “We’re here to win,” he said, “and we’ll enjoy this journey together.”
Source: New York Post
