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Bronny James, preparing for his second season with the Lakers, says he chooses not to engage with swirling rumors about his father’s future in the NBA.
- “We don’t really talk about it much,” he told reporters on July 2, explaining LeBron encourages him to tune out distractions and “lock into what you have going on right now”.
- A friend’s recent text about LeBron’s potential departure—“what I was going to do because they saw my dad in the news”—caught him off‑guard. He simply responded, “I have no idea what you’re talking about. I don’t really pay attention to that stuff”.
Building His Own Identity
As the first-ever father-son duo to play together in the NBA, Bronny is carving his own path:
- LeBron has already exercised his $52.6 million player option for 2025–26, but his agent Rich Paul emphasized that decisions on LeBron’s future will hinge on how the team shapes up this offseason.
- Meanwhile, Bronny remains entirely focused on his own development, pushing minored questions about trades and LeBron’s next steps to the sidelines.
Why It Matters
- Emotional maturity: At just 20, Bronny is showing poise by distancing himself from family-related speculation.
- Team-first mentality: By adhering to LeBron’s advice to drown out noise, Bronny is committing to growth on court rather than social media chatter.
- Historical significance: Playing alongside his father brought a wave of attention—and now pressure. His ability to ignore it may be key to his progression.
Bottom Line
Bronny James is fully committed to forging his own NBA identity, embracing focus and maturity over fanfare and rumors. As the Lakers gear up for the new season, he’ll be all about development—on his terms, not his father’s headlines.
