Fans react after Bronny James has a career-night in G League return after month-long injury hiatus – Image: Imagn
Bronny James had a career game in his G League return on Saturday after missing a month due to a heel injury. Fans took notice of his performance and shared their reactions on social media.
James, selected by the LA Lakers in the second round of this year’s draft, started for the South Bay Lakers in their 119-111 victory over the San Diego Clippers. He posted 16 points, four rebounds and two assists.
Fans had varying reactions to Bronny James’ strong performance in his return. Below are what some of them wrote on X (formerly Twitter).
“He can save the Lakers,” one fan wrote, noting the current struggles of the LA Lakers, who have lost three straight.
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he can save the lakers
— desire (@dgsire)
December 8, 2024
“Those are solid numbers! It’s all coming together,” another user said regarding Bronny James’ play.
“Better than Gabe,” one user said.
“Yessir keep working young bull,” a fan urged the young player.
“Fresh off an injury too,” another pointed out.
Meanwhile, some fans put things in perspective but still urged him to keep improving.
“He better get double digits?! He’s been resting not just in between games, but in between home games as well! He has no excuse but to do better! He’s the most rested G League player ever!” one user said.
“Let’s gooo, he’ll be a lakers starter within 3 years,” another fan chimed in.
Bronny James was selected 55th in this year’s draft after one season at USC. He made history earlier this season when he played alongside his father, LeBron James, becoming the first father-son duo in NBA history to do so.
However, he was assigned to the Lakers’ G League affiliate, South Bay, to continue his development.
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Bronny has seen limited time with the Lakers this season, averaging just 2.7 minutes in six games.
In November, the Lakers assigned Bronny to the G League, which was always part of the plan when they selected him. Both LeBron and Bronny James understood that for his first season, Bronny would spend significant time with South Bay while working on his game.
Bronny has played three games in the G League, averaging 8.7 points, three rebounds, 2,7 assists, a steal and a block in 26 minutes per game.
