In a surprising turn of events for the NBA, the Los Angeles Lakers seem poised to fulfill LeBron James’ greatest wish: playing alongside his son Bronny. This revelation comes after weeks of uncertainty surrounding LeBron’s future with the franchise, particularly following the Lakers’ playoff elimination by the Denver Nuggets.
LeBron’s cryptic social media posts about focusing on spending time with family and friends fueled speculation about his intentions. However, recent reports suggest that the Lakers are now willing to entertain the idea of LeBron and Bronny sharing the court.
The first step in making this dream a reality appears to be a coaching change, with Dan Hurley of the University of Connecticut emerging as a priority replacement for Darvin Ham. This decision rules out the possibility of J.J. Reddick taking on the role of head coach for LeBron.
Furthermore, the Lakers are reportedly fully committed to drafting Bronny James, according to a report from Eric Pincus. Despite initial doubts about this scenario, the Lakers are prepared to use their draft picks, and possibly even make a trade, to secure Bronny’s talents.
The Lakers’ front office believes that pairing Bronny with LeBron and having him mentored by Hurley could lead to exceptional development. This plan aligns with the Lakers’ broader strategy of nurturing young talents like Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura.
