Bronny James, the son of LeBron JamesHe already made history in the NBA When he was selected to play on the same team as his father.Los Angeles Lakers, and now has a guaranteed contract to boot.
The 55th pick in the 2024 NBA draft plans to sign a multi-year, fully guaranteed rookie contract with the Lakers that will get him onto an NBA roster, rather than a two-way rookie contract that second-round picks typically receive. according to the report by Shams Charania of The Atletico.
James’ selection as a developmental prospect in Los Angeles gives him the opportunity to not only make history playing for his father, but also potentially become a key piece in developing the franchise’s future once his father retires.
While LeBron has not formally signed his new contract with the Lakers, he is now expected to receive the maximum from Los Angeles rather than take a pay cut to add free agents for the pursuit of a championship at the end of his career. James was willing to accept less money in a new contract, but the Lakers lost several free agents. The most notable is Klay Thompson.who was acquired by the Dallas Mavericks in a three-team sign-and-trade deal on Monday.
As for Bronny, he will now begin his career learning under new coach JJ Redick, LeBron and Anthony Davis as he tries to find his place at the NBA level.