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Bronny James Unbothered by Father LeBron's Departure, Eager to Be His Own Man with Younger Lakers

Bronny James said he is focused on earning minutes as a backup guard and is eager to face his father on Christmas Day.

  • On Monday, Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James addressed his father LeBron James' departure for the Philadelphia 76ers, confirming he harbors no ill will regarding the decision.
  • After spending two seasons as the first father-son teammates in NBA history, LeBron signed a two-year, $8 million contract with the 76ers in July.
  • Entering his third season with a $2.3 million guaranteed contract, Bronny is focusing on his backup role supporting guards Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
  • On December 25, the 76ers will visit the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena, marking the first time the pair face each other since LeBron's departure.
  • The Lakers have added nine new players, including center Walker Kessler, as the franchise shifts toward a younger, faster core for the 2026 season.
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Bronny James unbothered by father LeBron’s departure, eager to be his own man with younger Lakers

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Bronny James seems to realize that the wildest part of LeBron James' decision to change teams before his 24th NBA season is the fact he

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Bluefield Daily TelegraphBluefield Daily Telegraph
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Bronny James unbothered by father LeBron's departure, eager to be his own man with younger Lakers

Bronny James seems to realize that the wildest part of LeBron James’ decision to change teams before his 24th NBA season is the fact he left behind his son to do it. Bronny is still with the Los Angeles Lakers…

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With LeBron gone, Bronny James out to make a name for himself

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Bleacherreport broke the news in San Francisco, United States on Monday, September 28, 2026.
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