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"You're the Last Guy on the Roster" - NBA Analyst Calls Out Bronny James for Vacationing with Dad LeBron James While Skipping Luka Doncic Presser

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, AUG 4 – Dan Patrick criticized Bronny James for missing Luka Doncic's $165 million contract press conference, emphasizing the importance of team support and future roster roles.

  • On August 3, 2025, sports analyst Dan Patrick criticized Lakers guard Bronny James for missing Luka Doncic’s $165 million extension press conference, questioning his commitment.
  • Per a video on X, LeBron James and Bronny James were golfing on Sunday while the James family was reportedly on vacation, and LeBron FaceTimed Luka Doncic to congratulate him.
  • Dan Patrick, sports analyst, said `If he wants to stay longer after LeBron James leaves, Bronny James should've been there. You're the last guy on the roster, you should be there` during his show, criticizing Bronny James's absence at Luka Doncic's press conference.
  • Patrick suggested the absence may have consequences, warning that failing to earn rotation minutes could fuel rumors about Bronny James' future with the Lakers.
  • With LeBron James nearing retirement, Luka Doncic’s extension positions him as the Lakers’ future cornerstone amid recent speculation of a franchise transition.
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Newsweek broke the news in United States on Monday, August 4, 2025.
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