- LeBron and Bronny James make NBA history together as the first father-son duo to play in a regular season game.
- This historic event took place on October 23, 2024, during the Los Angeles Lakers’ matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
- Both LeBron and Bronny entered the game simultaneously in the second quarter, with the Lakers leading 51-35 at that moment.
- The crowd erupted in applause as the James duo took to the court, marking a significant milestone in basketball history.
On October 23, 2024, the National Basketball Association witnessed a historic moment as LeBron James and his son Bronny took to the court together in a regular season game.
This unprecedented event marked the first time a father and son duo have played alongside each other in an NBA regular season fixture.
The Los Angeles Lakers, led by LeBron James, faced off against the Minnesota Timberwolves in their season opener at the Crypto.com Arena. With the Lakers holding a commanding 51-35 lead late in the second quarter, coach J.J. Redick made the strategic decision to bring both father and son onto the court simultaneously.
LeBron James.
Bronny James.The first father-son duo to play together in the NBA! pic.twitter.com/naadFLoPmh
— NBA (@NBA) October 23, 2024
As the James duo entered the game, the arena erupted in a thunderous applause from the home crowd. This moment was particularly special as it was watched by another famous father-son duo – Ken Griffey Sr. and Jr. The Griffey family had previously made baseball history by playing together for the Seattle Mariners in 1990-1991.
LeBron James expressed his excitement about sharing this moment with his son. He stated,
“Just to run out the tunnel knowing that he’ll be in uniform, run out the tunnel with him, see him warm up, and be out there with the rest of my teammates… This is my 22nd time running out on opening night so I don’t know how many times I’ll have an opportunity, how many times I’ve got left to run out. I won’t take it for granted.”
This historic appearance comes after Bronny James was selected by the Lakers with the 55th pick in the NBA draft earlier in June. His journey to the professional league has been remarkable, especially considering he suffered a cardiac arrest during a workout just over a year ago.
The anticipation surrounding the James double-act has dominated the Lakers’ preparations for the new season. Bronny James addressed the criticism he has faced, stating,
“I’m just taking all that stuff, that criticism and backlash that people have given me, and turning it into something that can fuel me.”
As LeBron James turns 40 in December, this moment represents a significant milestone in both his career and his relationship with his son. It’s a testament to Bronny’s hard work and determination, overcoming adversity to achieve his dream of playing alongside his father at the highest level of basketball.
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Last Updated on October 23, 2024 by 247 News Around The World
