LeBron James and his son Bronny made NBA history by becoming the first father-son duo to play in the same NBA game. This historic moment occurred during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 110-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in their season opener.
LeBron, already a starting player, was joined on the court by Bronny with four minutes left in the second quarter, sparking a big ovation from the home crowd. LeBron had already played 13 minutes before Bronny entered the game. During their brief time together on the court, LeBron attempted two shots and made a dunk, while Bronny grabbed an early rebound and missed a tip-in.
Though Bronny only played two-and-a-half minutes in the game, the pair’s presence together marked a significant milestone for both the James family and the NBA. After Bronny’s brief appearance, he did not return to the game, but LeBron finished the night with 16 points. Anthony Davis also delivered a standout performance with 36 points and 16 rebounds, while Rui Hachimura added 18 points.
A Historic Night for the James Family
LeBron expressed his joy about playing alongside his son, sharing that it has been a “treat” to mentor Bronny and show him the life of a professional athlete. The night was made even more special as former MLB father-son duo Ken Griffey Sr. and Ken Griffey Jr. were in attendance to witness the history, having themselves played 51 games together for the Seattle Mariners in the early ’90s.
LeBron has long dreamed of sharing the court with his son, and that dream has now come true after Bronny was drafted by the Lakers with the 55th overall pick. Despite speculation about Bronny’s future, it’s possible that he may soon be sent to the G League’s South Bay Lakers for further development, but the moment they shared in the season opener will remain a significant moment in NBA history.
