LeBron James (40), the “superstar” of the Los Angeles Lakers of the U.S. National Basketball Association (NBA), has finally achieved his dream. His wish to be on the court with his son came true at the opening game of the 2024-2025 NBA season, his 22nd year since debut.
LeBron stepped on the court alongside his son, “mate” Bronny James (20), who joined the team this season, in the first game of the season against the Minnesota Timberwolves of the NBA in the 2024-2025 season at CliptoCom Arena in LA, California on the 23rd.
LeBron played as the starting player in the second quarter, but briefly retreated to the bench to wait for his participation. With about four minutes left in the second quarter, JJ Redic put both Bronny and LeBron on the sideline to prepare for the participation. With the name “James JR” on his jersey, Bronny and James joined the court. Savannah James, LeBron’s wife and Bronny’s mother, also watched the scene with her other children. It was a new history in which 父 players stepped on the court side by side for the first time in the 79th season of the NBA.
However, the two failed to score a goal together. LeBron passed the ball to his son who was in an empty position one minute and 40 seconds before the end of the second quarter, but Bronny’s 3-pointer missed the mark. About 40 seconds later, Bronny retreated to the bench. Bronny attempted two shots on the day, but failed to score a goal as he missed both.
The Lakers beat the Minnesota Twins 110-103. Big man Anthony Davis scored 36 points, 16 rebounds, and three blocks. James contributed by scoring 16 points, five rebounds, and four assists. After the game, when asked about the most impressive moment during the game, Bronny said, “It was when I first joined the game with my father. It was an unforgettable moment for me.” “My family always came first. It’s overwhelming to be able to work with my son while still playing as a player. I think it’s the biggest gift I’ve ever received in my life,” he said. “I’m going to improve every day to get to where I want to be. I’m proud to be here with you.”
Meanwhile, the “defending champion” Boston Celtics beat the New York Knicks 132-109 in the opening match. 먹튀검증