NBA superstar LeBron James recently shared a story about the night his son, Bronny James, was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers. The story, which highlights the close bond between LeBron and his teammate Anthony Davis, has quickly become a fan favorite.
During an episode of “The Shop,” LeBron recounted how Anthony Davis FaceTimed him shortly after Bronny was drafted. Expecting a typical congratulatory call, LeBron was taken aback when Davis humorously said,
“I ain’t called to talk to you. I want to talk to my new teammate”.
LeBron expressed his excitement about the prospect of playing alongside his son in the NBA. He mentioned that sharing the court with Bronny would be a surreal experience and a dream come true.
“I can’t wait for this moment. I really cannot wait to hit the floor with [Bronny]. It’s going to be pretty surreal for me,” LeBron said.
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The Lakers’ decision to draft Bronny was met with mixed reactions from the public, but internally, the team seems to be embracing the new addition. Davis had reportedly been supportive of the idea even before the draft, impressed by Bronny’s ability to break down defenses and set up his teammates during pre-draft workouts.
As the new season approaches, fans are eagerly anticipating the historic moment when LeBron and Bronny will share the court. It will mark the first time in NBA history that a father-son duo plays together, adding another chapter to LeBron’s illustrious career.