Bronny James has been drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers as the 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. This marks a significant moment for the James family, as Bronny will join his father, LeBron James, on the Lakers roster. Bronny is expected to sign a multi-year, guaranteed contract with the team. Both Bronny and fellow rookie Dalton Knecht will participate in the California Classic and the Las Vegas Summer League. The Lakers' new head coach, JJ Redick, and general manager Rob Pelinka emphasized that Bronny earned his spot through hard work and will be a key part of the team's player development program. During his introductory press conference, Bronny expressed his excitement and gratitude, acknowledging the amplified pressure of playing alongside his father. Despite the scrutiny, he is eager to prove himself and showcase his abilities on the court. Bronny also paid homage to the late Juice WRLD by choosing to wear the number 9 jersey.
"Insane... his presence is what's important to someone's offense." Bronny James on what it will be like to play alongside Anthony Davis 😅 https://t.co/92aPLfqW2i
LeBron watching Bronny's press conference 💯 (via @NBATV) https://t.co/fqC4u09DvE
"3 has been my number my whole life, AD's got it, so why not do Knecht 4?" Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht on his new nickname 😅 (via @NBA) https://t.co/c9aMbgnCeN
Bronny has heard it all about him not deserving his spot, but says he's dealt with that his whole life and looks forward to proving himself https://t.co/bJmqDaaSMG
“I never really had a thought of me going to play with my dad." -Bronny at his Lakers intro press conference https://t.co/0ursrmWVCa
"Juice has been a big part of me keeping calm in some situations I've been through." Bronny James pays homage to the late Juice WRLD by wearing the #9 for LAL 🪽 https://t.co/DxMzMThEPi
I think if you just wanted to tell the truth you say something to the effect what Pelinka initially said. It’s a unique situation having a father and son play together and the Lakers wanted to make that happen but once we hit the floor Bronny has to prove he is an nba player.…
"Rob [Pelinka] and I did not give Bronny anything. He's earned this through hard work." Lakers coach J.J. Redick on the team drafting Bronny James in the 2nd round. https://t.co/2Z5cBMBtKJ
That his dad put on him https://t.co/K5xiSJxXcZ
JJ Redick went out of his way to praise Bronny James for earning his Lakers opportunity https://t.co/0P18u3j2sT https://t.co/ngDi74wT2B
There were a few questions (one in particular) where Bronny seemed over being asked about his dad. But I also thought Bronny did a very good job presenting himself. He came across as serious and thoughtful. Like I said, the "father/son" thing is just the deal moving forward. AK https://t.co/hRdjESbtrI
JJ Redick on what he likes about both Dalton Knecht and Bronny James. 💯 https://t.co/Zu6eSbHL3f
Bronny James on the pressure of playing with LeBron: "I've already seen it [in the] media and [on the] internet talking about how I might not deserve an opportunity but I've been dealing with stuff like this my whole life" https://t.co/14h2WbBswE
Dalton Knecht says he watched a lot of tape of JJ Redick in college: "I'm excited to learn from him" https://t.co/XdnXABxt1t
Dalton Knecht says he chose #4 as a way of leaning into the whole "Knecht 4" thing. (That, and he normally wears #3, which is obviously AD's number.) As for Bronny, he chose #9 in part as a tribute to the late rapper Juice WRLD. AK
"Everything's just been surreal... I've just been extremely excited to get to work." Bronny James expresses his excitement to start his NBA career 🙌 https://t.co/GpZw0dalWj
"Prioritizing player development, we view Bronny as case study 1 ... There's a lot to like about his game." Lakers coach JJ Redick explained what made Bronny James an intriguing prospect. 🎥 @NBATV https://t.co/9GlDQ56wyN
Bronny James addresses added pressure of playing with father LeBron James https://t.co/kAXzYykwDK
“Proving myself to the doubters” Bronny on his Summer League goals (via @SpectrumSN) https://t.co/vq59dk0sc0
"I feel like I've been given an opportunity to showcase what I can really do because I wasn't given that much of an opportunity at USC" - Bronny James on playing with the Lakers compared to playing in college https://t.co/P6a0SDWslx
LeBron James dapping up his new teammate Bronny after his introductory press conference for the Lakers. #Lakeshow @SportingTrib https://t.co/4XgTrhPmR0
"Development, development, development." 📈 @ZachLowe_NBA on what he's expecting from Bronny James. https://t.co/TU7XJIzRNo
LeBron James dapping up Bronny after his introductory press conference for the Lakers. #Lakeshow @SportingTrib https://t.co/rEzcJySs5c
"Just having that work ethic... listening to your coaches and being coachable." Bronny James on conversations he's had with LeBron as he starts his NBA journey 🌟 https://t.co/L8rDO82ERY
Los Angeles Lakers teammates LeBron & Bronny James https://t.co/NAL9HWo4nH
LeBron James, Bronny James, Savannah James and Rich Paul catching up after the press conference https://t.co/imybEdRY69
LeBron, Bronny and Rich Paul briefly huddle up after the press conference https://t.co/VKVIOcZcQx
Bronny James x Dalton Knecht. 🔥 (via @DStarkand) https://t.co/k0XIBlfRGu
Bronny James was asked if LeBron still being an active player had anything to do with him entering the 2024 draft: "I never really had a thought of me going to play with my dad" https://t.co/HvxD53VmqT
LeBron James watching Bronny’s introductory press conference from the back of the presser https://t.co/HyzvKLoszv
Bronny: "Other people have seen me as a bigger guard. I've always taken pride on the defensive end especially because it translates to offense." #Lakeshow @SportingTrib
JJ: "Rob & I did not give Bronny anything. He has earned this through hard work...There's a lot to like about his game & as we build out our player development program holistically, he's going to have a great opportunity to become an excellent NBA player" https://t.co/KwQ0UVhFvO
“I never really had a thought of me going to play with my dad.” — Bronny James (h/t @sportingnews) https://t.co/30md9bkfw3
Dalton Knecht and Bronny James will both play in summer league at the Cali Classic and in Las Vegas.
bronny getting visibly (understandably) annoyed by all the questions about his dad
"Rob [Pelinka] and I did not give Bronny anything. He's earned this through hard work" Lakers coach J.J. Reddick on the team drafting Bronny James in the 2nd round https://t.co/CNVcFg9azU
Asked about the added pressure of playing with his father, Bronny James acknowledged the "amplified amount of pressure," as well as people saying he doesn't deserve this opportunity. He said he's "been dealing with stuff like this my whole life." Pretty candid. Good answer. AK
Bronny James on how much LeBron can help him adjust to the NBA https://t.co/LU6F1N6AI2
A special guest hanging in the back for the Dalton Knecht and Bronny James introductory news conference. https://t.co/Kd14YI4M2v
'Rob [Pelinka] and I did not give Bronny anything. Bronny has earned this.' New Lakers head coach JJ Redick on drafting Bronny James. (🎥: @NBATV) https://t.co/1xOCm7Runs
Bronny James on scrutiny from the media: “I’ve been dealing with stuff like this my whole life.” (h/t @LADEig) https://t.co/Dd63Hh5wo3
LeBron watches on at Bronny's introduction presser with the Lakers https://t.co/O7wQhg21Q5
Bronny on playing with LeBron: "For sure an amplified amount of pressure...I've already seen it on social media and stuff. I've been dealing with stuff like that my whole life, so it's nothing different." #Lakeshow @SportingTrib
"We haven't gone too deep into that stuff yet... But just stuff he's been telling me my whole life, just having that work ethic." Bronny James on what LeBron's feedback was once he was drafted to the Lakers 👀 (via @MarkG_Medina) https://t.co/BKDWq2VG99
Bronny: "I feel like I'll be able to showcase what I can really do. I'm excited for what's to come." #Lakeshow @SportingTrib
Bronny James and Dalton Knecht will both participate in the California Classic and the Las Vegas Summer League, according to JJ Redick
New Laker Bronny James 👑 (🎥: @NBATV) https://t.co/dJMOGi4DbD
Bronny is expected to play in the California Classic before Las Vegas Summer League, per JJ Redick during their intro press conference.
"Everything just has been surreal." Bronny James in his introductory press conference with the Lakers 🍿 (via @NBATV) https://t.co/dns8fyHc3c
JJ Redick said that Dane Johnson, head coach of the @SouthBayLakers, will coach the Lakers in summer league, though Redick will be highly involved. Knecht and Bronny are expected to play in both the California Classic in San Francisco and the Las Vegas Summer League.
"Everything just has been surreal ... I'm extremely grateful for everything" Bronny James on joining the Lakers https://t.co/HYCsPXtRsY
Dalton Knecht and Bronny James will both play summer league in the Cali Classic and in Las Vegas.
“Everything has been surreal. I’m extremely grateful for everything JJ [Redick] and Rob [Pelinka] have given to me.” Bronny James on being drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers 🔥 (via @Lakers / YT) https://t.co/245AwJT5vR
Dalton & Bronny Presser - stream NOW: https://t.co/UMbtHg91vg https://t.co/rphSiGuQnk
Bronny’s first press conference as a Laker 🔥 https://t.co/pnr9rNL9yw
LeBron James at the Lakers press conference for Bronny James as the newest member of the #Lakers. #Lakeshow @SportingTrib https://t.co/hcKFeZLuke
Bronny James’ on LeBron’s feedback after he was drafted https://t.co/lmHjKNoJPZ
Bronny James at the Lakers press conference. (📸 @BenGolliver) https://t.co/zvPpRpG1Bg
Rob Pelinka, Dalton Knecht, Bronny James and JJ Redick https://t.co/08UlOpViZj
Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James https://t.co/IAsmY4qgF2
Bronny James at his introductory press conference: "Everything has been surreal ... I'm extremely grateful"
Dalton Knecht, Bronny James, Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick here for post-draft press conference. LeBron James in attendance https://t.co/TCJl1gALBf
Rob Pelinka, Dalton Knecht, Bronny James and JJ Redick arriving to speak with the media https://t.co/tNljrBqsbR
LeBron James on hand as Lakers hold introductory press conference for Bronny James https://t.co/Tjfcen8DwF
Catch the Lakers Rookies introduction presser for Bronny James & Dalton Knecht at 3pm ET on NBA TV 📸 @Lakers https://t.co/6A2C7u8CLU
Welcome Press Conference: Dalton & Bronny Stream live on @SpectrumSN or Lakers Youtube
Bronny James reportedly to sign guaranteed contract with Lakers https://t.co/n6i9LZLL0M
Bronny James may have a roster spot for the Lakers, but we can still expect him mostly in the G League https://t.co/QFE3LwNbBB https://t.co/z4hLyhQA7n
Bronny James contract: Lakers to sign second-round pick to multi-year deal, per report https://t.co/LpHU2BDScs
Bronny is reportedly getting a guaranteed deal with the Lakers 👑 https://t.co/wdk1cYQ7M5
What will it be for Bronny? 🤔👑 https://t.co/xhEW3N5QFO
How will Bronny James score his first bucket in the NBA? 💭 https://t.co/0zSu6RxSB9
Bronny James' life in the spotlight, through the years https://t.co/fH6mqKfM7C
LeBron has a chance to do the funniest thing possible after the Lakers drafted Bronny. https://t.co/UBazsQD8JQ
Report: Clippers showed interest in drafting Bronny James https://t.co/HSX6Ypx6bK
Bronny James is on his way to play with his father, LeBron, on a Los Angeles Lakers team with first-year coach in JJ Redick. How will it all work out? Story ⬇️
LeBron James looks back on his son Bronny, who was drafted by the Lakers 🫶 (via @KingJames) https://t.co/WneJanAcCV
What a moment for LeBron and the James family 🙌 https://t.co/qWHdwGq1Vz
With the 55th in the 2024 NBA draft. The Los Angeles Lakers select……. Bronny James. 🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲🥲. Just had a moment!
He also told Klay not to draft Bronny https://t.co/DAOPy1RexY