LeBron James might need a contract extension to fulfill his desire to play with Bronny James. ESPN recently cast a shadow over James’ aspirations, suggesting that his dream of playing alongside his son may be delayed beyond the current year. The media entity revised its 2024 mock draft by retracting Bronny’s name and placing the star in its 2025 mock draft instead. The move can be a result of Bronny’s on-court performance falling short of the expectations. He is currently posting modest numbers of 5.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.5 assists per game with USC.

However, Bronny’s underwhelming performance, coupled with LeBron’s ambitious dreams, only heightens the drama surrounding Bronny’s NBA journey. With that, James entered the spotlight by commenting and putting an end to the swirling narratives.

LeBron James blasts media projections

LeBron James took things to X to criticize the relentless media pressure and narratives surrounding Bronny. Doubling down on his belief that Bronny will ultimately decide on his destiny, James emphasized that, in the end, only hard work and actual results will matter. Additionally, James pointed out Bronny’s nativity to mock drafts; asserting that he prefers dedicating his energy to the court. Surprisingly, James later deleted the post, leaving fans even more confused about the twists that lie ahead.

Seizing the moment, James also shared some advice for aspiring hoopers. He passionately encouraged youngsters to steer clear of media-driven practices and instead immerse themselves in honing their skills. Asserting that “These Mock Drafts don’t matter one bit!,” James staunchly advocated for a focus on the hardwood and making progress through dedicated effort.

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Bronny can still get drafted in 2024

For their 2025 mock draft, ESPN further pushed Bronny away from the first round, projecting him as a second-round pick at #39 overall. Despite this, there’s a strong possibility that Bronny could make his NBA debut as early as 2024, largely thanks to the influential presence of LeBron James.

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Furthermore, there is a notion that the team selecting Bronny might also secure LeBron James on their roster, aligning with the elder James’ dream of playing alongside his son. With that, there have already been rumors circulating about NBA teams expressing interest in drafting Bronny.

However, James emphasizes that the ultimate decision rests in Bronny’s hands. Considering Bronny’s on-court performance and recent medical history, it would be reasonable for him to continue his college days. With that, the narrative behind the potential father-son duo continues to keep fans on the edge of their seats, adding another chapter in the tale.