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PORTLAND, OREGON - NOVEMBER 03: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on against the Portland Trail Blazers during the first half at Moda Center on November 03, 2025 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)
On Sunday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers hosted the Sacramento Kings at Crypto.com Arena.
The Lakers crushed the Kings, winning by a score of 128-104.
After an extended G League stint, Bronny made his return to the NBA on Sunday.
The former USC guard put up three points and two assists while shooting 1/3 from the field in six minutes of playing time.
NBA Fans React To Bronny James’ Performance
GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 22: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers in action against the Chicago Bulls during the fourth quarter at Crypto.com Arena on March 22, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Luke Hales/Getty Images)
Here’s what people were saying about Bronny’s performance:
@Lakers_310: “Lakers fans give Bronny more love than Bron. 😂”
@BronnyMuse06: “Bronny James is shooting 40.4% on NBA threes since February 4, 2025 21/52 3FG 🎯”
@Notaboutm3: “Bronny to Bufkin!! Man you see the chemistry these South Bay guys have I swear the Lakers should envy that.”
@roadto80pct: “bronny a legit 3p shooter. around 40% in the g league on high volume and 40% in the nba this year. around 40% even extending back to last february. this is a 3/d dude who’s also a dimer. and continues to grow as a slasher”
@makingtronics: “you’re never going to convince me that bronny james is not an NBA player”
@MavsRefugee: “I would really like to see what Bronny, Theiro even Bufkin look off Luka, Reaves, Lebron in competitive minutes. I just don’t see what’s wrong with these dudes as role players”
GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA – OCTOBER 28: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on October 28, 2024 in Phoenix, Arizona. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
Bronny is in his second year as a pro after being 55th in 2024.
He is currently averaging 2.2 points and 1.2 assists per contest while shooting 39.7% from the field and 41.4% from three-point range in 30 games.
GettyWASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 30: Bronny James Jr. #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers dunks the ball against the Washington Wizards during the second half at Capital One Arena on January 30, 2026 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)
With their victory over Sacramento, the Lakers are now 36-24 record in 60 games, which has them as the sixth seed in the Western Conference.
They have won two in a row.
After the Kings, the Lakers will host Zion Williamson and the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday.
At home, they are 17-12 in 29 games.
GettyPHOENIX, ARIZONA – FEBRUARY 26: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks past head coach JJ Redick during the second half of the NBA game at Mortgage Matchup Center on February 26, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Lakers 113-110. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)