The name Bronny James is creating buzz ahead of the upcoming NBA Draft. Bronny, son of the legendary LeBron James, might not be the number one pick or even make it into the top 10, but his presence is undeniably the most talked-about.

Bronny's Unique Path to the NBA

Rich Paul, the agent representing both Bronny and LeBron James, confirmed that Bronny has so far trained individually for only two teams: the Phoenix Suns and the Los Angeles Lakers. The Suns hold the 22nd pick, while the Lakers have the 17th and 55th picks in the draft.

Paul explained, "This is nothing new. If Bronny's name were Charles Jacobsen and he were my client, I would do the same: identify teams with genuine interest."

"The goal is to find a team that values your player and help them get there," Paul emphasized.

Strategic Moves and Potential Outcomes

Bronny's training strategy is not unprecedented. Paul has employed similar tactics with other players, such as Talen Horton-Tucker, Brandon Boston Jr., and Chris Livingston. He insists that Bronny is treated like any other client, stating, "If teams plan to bring in Bronny, they need to know: if he isn't given a real contract, there's nothing to discuss."

Despite Paul's assertions, it is clear that being LeBron's son changes the dynamic. LeBron has expressed a desire to play alongside his son, even suggesting he might leave the Lakers to join the team that drafts Bronny. However, Paul clarified, "LeBron has stepped away from the idea of having to play with Bronny. If it happens, it happens. But there's no guarantee that if the Lakers select Bronny with the 55th pick, LeBron will stay."

The Broader Interest in Bronny

Besides the Lakers and Suns, other teams like Minnesota, Dallas, and Toronto have shown interest in Bronny. The Dallas Mavericks' general manager, Nico Harrison, shares a close relationship with Bronny, and the Toronto Raptors' president, Masai Ujiri, is also a fan. Paul noted, "If the Lakers don't take Bronny with the 55th pick, Dallas would grab him with the 58th and offer a guaranteed contract."

Bronny James’ journey to the NBA is filled with anticipation and intrigue. As the draft approaches, the basketball world waits with bated breath to see where this young talent will land and how his career will unfold.

Editor: Emiliia Morozova