Bronny James models his USC leads. He is not shy about his father’s formidable shadow.
USC shared a photo of its upcoming freshman Thursday in his uniform. He will wear No. 6, the same jersey number that LeBron James wears for the Los Angeles Lakers.
It’s a bold move from Bronny that confirms he fully embraces the spotlight that comes with being the son of the greatest basketball player of his generation. It’s a mindset he first made clear when he joined USC.
Bronny had his choice of college options that Included are performances from Ohio, Oregon and Memphis. Instead, he opted to suit up with the Trojans, who play their home games at the Galen Center, about a 15-minute drive down Figueroa Street from the Crypto.com Arena, where the Lakers call home. Staying close to dad seems to be a priority as he sets his sights on making it to the NBA.
A 6-2 shooting guard, Bruni joined USC as a Four star potential. He is expected to contribute and potentially start right away for a Trojans team that can start the season in the AP Top 25. Bronny isn’t just a name. He’s got the game to support his high status.
But he’s not one of the elite, and he’s not guaranteed to make the NBA. How he performs as a freshman at USC will go a long way in determining if he finally gets his name heard on NBA draft night. Meanwhile, he makes the most of being his father’s son.
If all goes well for LeBron, Bronny will wear a different number in the NBA. James has repeatedly stated his desire to play alongside Bruni before his retirement. If that happens, it is unlikely that No. 6 will be available.