Bronny James Debuts for Lakers, Shows Promise in Summer League

Bronny James, the highly anticipated son of NBA legend LeBron James, made his unofficial debut for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA California Classic on Saturday. Despite the Lakers' 108-94 loss to Sacramento, James showcased his potential with a solid performance.

Starting at point guard, James played 21 minutes and 43 seconds, contributing four points on 2-of-9 shooting. While his shooting efficiency was not ideal, he displayed his versatility with two rebounds, two assists, and a steal.

James's first basket came with 5:51 remaining in the second quarter, a driving layup that tied the game at 31-31. He also grabbed his first rebound just 80 seconds into the game and made his first steal with 6:25 left in the second quarter.

Despite the loss, James's performance was encouraging for the Lakers. He showed flashes of his father's athleticism and court vision, while also demonstrating a willingness to learn and improve.

"I just hope for (him to get) his feet wet in the NBA -- the pace of the game, the speed of the game, the physicality of the game," said LeBron James, who was not in attendance due to his commitments with the US Olympic team. "But what he does in the California Classic and Summer League, it doesn't matter if he plays well and it doesn't matter if he doesn't play well. I just want him to continue to grow."

Bronny James's debut marked a historic moment for the NBA, as he became part of the first father-son duo to play in the league. While his performance may not have been spectacular, it was a valuable learning experience that will undoubtedly benefit him in the future.

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