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Lakers’ LeBron James Shuts Down Bronny Question: ‘Ask Him, He’s a Grown Man’ | News, scores, highlights, stats and rumors
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Lakers’ LeBron James Shuts Down Bronny Question: ‘Ask Him, He’s a Grown Man’ | News, scores, highlights, stats and rumors

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 6: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers smiles before the game against the Phoenix Suns on October 6, 2024 at Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that by downloading and/or using this photo, user agrees to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2024 NBAE (Photo by Adam Pantozzi/NBAE via Getty Images)

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LeBron James made it clear on Monday that he will not answer every question on his son’s behalf this season.

While speaking to the media during practice, the Los Angeles Lakers star chose not to answer a question about Bronny James, instead saying Bronny could speak for himself.

“You should ask him,” James said. “He’s a grown man, ask him how he handles it and we’ll move on. He’s a grown man, he’s a professional, he can handle it.”

Dave McMenamin @mcten

LeBron James chose to ask his son a question about Bronny James today, instead of speaking about Bronny’s experiences. “He’s a grown man, ask him how he handles it,” James said pic.twitter.com/DNijb8wFtY

James and his son are making history this season by becoming the first father and son to play in the NBA and on the same team. It’s a testament to James’ longevity, but it creates a unique set of circumstances.

One of them is answering the media. It is common for players to answer questions about their teammates, but it is a bit unusual for players to answer questions for their teammates. While James will likely answer the occasional question for Bronny, it appears he will let the rookie answer most of the questions himself.

James and Bronny first shared the court in a preseason game with the Phoenix Suns earlier in October.

Bronny hasn’t put up great numbers in the preseason, averaging just 0.7 points, one rebound and 0.3 assists while logging 11.9 minutes per game through three games. As expected for the second-round pick, he will likely spend some time developing in the G League before receiving regular minutes in the NBA.

Bronny showed his potential in college and in the Summer League as a talented three-and-D player, but it’s clear he still needs some time to improve, and playing in the G League would give him the opportunity give to do that.