Bronny James turned in a standout performance for the G League’s South Bay Lakers on Friday night, putting up a team-high 31 points with five three-pointers made, adding three assists, two rebounds and a pair of steals.

Bronny James reacts to his unexpected call-up by the Los Angeles Lakers, playing against Tyrese Maxey in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Bronny James reflected on his standout night with the South Bay Lakers, where he achieved a career-high in points. Bronny James is steadily developing his game, splitting time between the Los Angeles Lakers and their G League affiliate,

In a 118-104 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard—and son of superstar forward LeBron James— Bronny James struggled in the first ample playing time of his young career. The USC product attempted and missed five shots, and struggled to find his footing defensively against All-Star guard Tyrese Maxey and the Sixers.

Los Angeles Lakers bring back Bronny James after standout game in the G League. Stay updated on his return to the team.

Lakers rookie Bronny James set a new career high in scoring on Friday in the G League to lead the South Bay Lakers to a win over the Rip City Remix.

Dad knows Bronny still has plenty to learn in the NBA. “He was able to get behind the defense on one and find Jaxson (Hayes) for a dunk. That was good,” LeBron James said. “Obviously missed his shots. It’s just about him just getting more and more comfortable. It’s his first extensive minutes with us.

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, was recalled to the NBA after his 31-point performance in the G League on Friday. Turning in a career-high for the South Bay Lakers, James added two rebounds, three assists and two steals to his overall line.

Expectations for Bronny James in his rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers aren’t too high, to say the least. The 55th overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft has spent the majority of the season either sitting at the end of the Lakers bench,

Los Angeles Lakers rookie guard Bronny James surprisingly checked into the game against the Philadelphia 76ers midway through the first quarter. More Lakers: Trade Proposal Sees Lakers Upgrade Backcourt by Adding $41 Million Guard It was James' first non-garbage time minutes since opening night.