As speculation swirls around his father’s Lakers future, Bronny James is staying locked in on Summer League and making sure the noise doesn’t derail his progress.
“We Don’t Talk About That Stuff”
On the eve of the Lakers’ Summer League debut, Bronny James addressed the trade rumors surrounding LeBron James and made it clear he’s not paying attention.
“Honestly, I didn’t know anything about it,” Bronny said. “A friend of mine called me to tell me about the reports. I don’t pay attention to that stuff. At home, my dad and I don’t talk about those things. He just tells me to focus on the present.”
It’s not easy being the son of an NBA icon, especially when that icon is also your teammate. But Bronny handled the media with poise, brushing off speculation like a seasoned pro.
LeBron’s Advice? “Stay Present”
When pressed on whether they discuss Lakers moves at home, Bronny stayed grounded:
“We don’t talk about it much at home. When things like that come up, he tells me not to worry and not to even look at it. His advice is always to focus on the present… on what will help me improve.”
It’s the kind of mindset that reflects LeBron’s leadership and Bronny’s growth.
Ready for the Summer League Spotlight
Bronny will suit up alongside Dalton Knecht in the California Classic, kicking off Saturday. Adou Thiero, this year’s No. 36 pick, is out with a knee injury but expected back for training camp.
“There’s definitely more excitement than nervousness,” Bronny said. “I’m ready to play and be better than I was last time.”
After a limited rookie season (just 181 NBA minutes), Bronny’s looking to carve out a bigger role and he’s approaching it with confidence.
Health, Confidence, and a Clean Slate
Two years removed from his heart scare, Bronny says he’s in the best shape of his career:
“Now I can endure longer and stay on the court for more minutes while playing aggressively. Every day I push myself harder than the day before. My confidence in my body has grown, and not having any setbacks has helped me a lot.”
The Lakers’ offseason may be swirling with uncertainty, but Bronny James is locked in, focused, and ready to take the next step.