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Bryce James, Son of NBA Star LeBron James, to Redshirt His Freshman Season at Top-Ranked Arizona
Bryce James will develop physically and adapt to college basketball without game pressure, preserving eligibility amid Arizona’s strong lineup and undefeated start, coach Tommy Lloyd said.
- On Feb 4, 2026, Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd confirmed Bryce James will redshirt his freshman season, having not appeared in any game this season.
- Given NCAA rules, the staff decided after planning since November to preserve Bryce James's eligibility by withholding him from game action, as appearing in one game triggers a season.
- Arriving with a heralded freshman class, Bryce James has shown progress and physical maturation while learning Arizona's system, but minutes are limited due to a tight rotation.
- As a result, James will delay his debut until next year, allowing time to train, add strength, and settle academically without game pressure, likely taking a different path than Bronny.
- Lloyd described the decision as a long play, with Wildcats' deep lineup reducing urgency to rush him into the rotation, preserving NCAA eligibility considerations.
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LeBron James’ son Bryce to redshirt for No. 1 Arizona
No. 1 Arizona has decided to redshirt guard Bryce James, the youngest son of NBA superstar LeBron James.The 6-foot-5 freshman has yet to appear in a game this season for the unbeaten Wildcats (22-0, 9-0 Big 12)."The redshirting decision was just a long play, to give Bryce the most options in his career as his career unfolds," head coach Tommy Lloyd told the Big 12 Network on Tuesday. "I have real strong belief that Bryce will be a contributor at…
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