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LeBron James Accused Of Playing Fiddle With 19YO Son’s Future, As Per NCAA Insider

Published 02/23/2024, 10:13 PM EST

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Bronny James is currently averaging 5.7 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, shooting at less than 37%. Despite these numbers, LeBron James is unwavering in his belief that Bronny can seamlessly transition to the NBA. The stark contrast between LeBron’s assertion and Bronny’s on-court performances has sparked discussions about the young player’s readiness for an NBA debut, raising concerns about his conditioning, skills, and overall performance.

Adding an intriguing twist to the conversation, NCAA insider Adam Finkelstein introduces a new theory. Finkelstein highlights LeBron James’ existing contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, which allows him an early exit before the next season. Expanding on this, Finkelstein suggests that LeBron could opt out and sign another multi-year contract.

However, he goes on to propose that LeBron could leverage this situation to facilitate Bronny’s entry into the league. Finkelstein speculates that LeBron James’ strategic move could potentially enhance his bargaining power with the Lakers, stating that it can “potentially add to the leverage that LeBron can put on the Lakers to say: hey Bronnie is coming with me next season.”

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LeBron James has reached unparalleled heights in the NBA, and now, with his record for the most points in NBA history, he’s soaring even higher. With that, he asserted his ultimate dream of sharing the court with Bronny. In recent years, he has repeatedly voiced this wish, causing a stir and excitement throughout the league.

While Adam Finkelstein’s theory may currently seem far-fetched, it introduces a potential storyline, with questions if it can significantly impact Bronny’s entry into the league.

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Teams are already eyeing Bronny

Shams Charania had recently made waves by suggesting that the Miami Heat and Pat Riley might be eyeing Bronny for the drafts. Given LeBron James’ history with the franchise, having secured their latest NBA championship, it could work for the father-son duo. Moreover, given Miami’s unique sporting culture, it could serve as a solid foundation for Bronny, even for a future post-LeBron era.

Conversely, the Toronto Raptors have also been tossed into the rumors surrounding Bronny’s potential draft. Joining the Raptors could provide Bronny with an opportunity to step away from his father’s legacy and carve out his own path. However, at this point, any concrete developments for Toronto appear to be a distant possibility.

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As of now, Bronny’s NBA entry remains speculative. Despite keeping pace with off-court endeavors in his father LeBron James’ footsteps, it remains uncertain whether he meets the criteria to play a significant role in the NBA, as highlighted by Finkelstein.

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Saahil Dhillan is an NBA Writer at EssentiallySports who discovered his basketball passion through the dynamic between Miami's LeBron James and Dwyane Wade. Years later, Kobe Bryant reignited his love, transforming him into an extensive contributor who savors the matches, covers games live, analyzes post-game pressers, and reports on injuries. With his stories, he aims at making readers feel the intense drama unfolding on the court every day.
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