Bronny James Says He Beat LeBron in Childhood One-on-One
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Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James lightened the mood after Friday’s 107-96 victory over the Brooklyn Nets, joking with reporters that he once defeated his father, LeBron James, in a one-on-one game that ended with a shattered backboard.
Playground tale surfaces in locker room
Answering a question at his locker, the second-year guard recalled the matchup at the family’s Miami home during LeBron’s tenure with the Miami Heat. “The last time I played him one-on-one, he broke a backboard at our house in Miami,” Bronny said. Teammate Austin Reaves, seated nearby, interjected, “It was ’cause you won?” Bronny nodded as Reaves laughed, urging him not to “leave that out,” according to a video posted by ESPN’s Dave McMenamin.
Sophomore season gains traction
Now 1½ seasons into his NBA career, the 20-year-old guard is carving out a role as a three-and-D contributor alongside LeBron, Luka Dončić and Reaves. Head coach JJ Redick has emphasized that continued confidence and defensive versatility could secure Bronny a regular spot in next year’s rotation.
Key minutes on successful road trip
The Lakers returned from a six-game trip with a 5-1 record, capped by a narrow win over the Indiana Pacers. Indiana’s late rally forced Redick to lean on Bronny in the fourth quarter, and the guard responded with two timely baskets that steadied Los Angeles. “We needed him tonight,” Redick said postgame, while teammates praised Bronny’s poise in limited but high-pressure minutes.
With the regular season entering its final stretch, the younger James continues to balance lighthearted anecdotes about family competition with the work required to secure a long-term role in Los Angeles.
Source: LakersNation.com
