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Without LeBron James, Bronny has chance to prove he really belongs

You could tell Bronny James needed this. LeBron James fulfilled his dream of becoming the first NBA player to play alongside his son. Now it’s Bronny’s turn to fulfill his…

By Melissa Rohlin · Yahoo

Published: Tuesday, 6 October 2026 at 10:10 PM

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Bronny James has an opportunity to prove his NBA standing after LeBron James joined the Philadelphia 76ers.
The 22-year-old guard enters his third season under contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.
Bronny recorded six assists in the Lakers' 114-110 preseason victory over the Sacramento Kings.

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Bronny James enters his third season with the Los Angeles Lakers in October 2026 with an opportunity to prove himself following the departure of his father, LeBron James. LeBron left Los Angeles during the 2026 offseason to join the Philadelphia 76ers, leaving the 22-year-old guard to establish his own identity on the Lakers' roster under head coach JJ Redick.

The younger James has seen increased playing time during the preseason, contributing six assists in a 114-110 victory over the Sacramento Kings. With LeBron making his preseason debut for Philadelphia, Bronny faces a pivotal campaign as he aims to secure a permanent rotation spot amid ongoing roster decisions.

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