Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, has been activated after missing nine games with a left heel contusion. Playing for the South Bay Lakers on Saturday in their matchup against the San Diego Clippers, James is getting his first game action since Nov. 10 against the Toronto Raptors.
James entered this game against San Diego with two games of G League experience under his belt. Like at the NBA level where he has converted on just one of his six field goal attempts, James has struggled with his shot in the G League.
While James entered Saturday's game shooting just 21.1% from the field (4/19) in G League play, he threw down a two-handed dunk in the first quarter against San Diego that has been turning heads on social media.
"He's gonna be good in 2-3 years just watch," one fan claimed in the replies.
"Leading scorer for Lakers tonight," a fan pointed out during the game. "Has 8 points."
The South Bay Lakers also posted this highlight on Instagram where even more fans shared their reactions.
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"The lakers can use him right about now," a fan exclaimed in the comments. "And some more of the South Bay lakers ballers!
"That right there , keep that same energy and keep growing," a fan added.
Another fan commented, "Bronny Great Job congrats come back in the Game!!!!!"
"Bring him to Cle Dec 27-28," a fan requested.
In his first game action in nearly a month, James had 10 points, two rebounds, and one assist at halftime. Needing just one half of play to set his G League career-high, James had his best official showing as a professional to begin Saturday's contest.
South Bay entered halftime against San Diego with a 58-57 lead.
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This story was originally published December 7, 2024, 8:20 PM.