Bronny James drafted by Lakers

[maniac_73]

I'm a Lebron fan but Michael Jordan never would've done that. Just saying

[Republicaninmass]

Originally Posted by maniac_73

I'm a Lebron fan but Michael Jordan never would've done that. Just saying

Wanna "bet".... Too soon?

[packs]

Michael Jordan decided he would play AA baseball at 30 years old just because he felt like it. I'm not sure this is something he wouldn't have felt like doing if it were plausible for him.

[BobbyStrawberry]

The only reason the Lakers drafted Bronny is because LeBron wants him as a teammate.

[ClementeFanOh]

Yeah, this is low even by NBA standards. What a farce! Trent King

[Peter_Spaeth]

The spin being imparted by Pelinka and Anthony Davis is hysterical.

Here is Pelnka. Doth protest too much?

Pelinka reassured James that he was selected on his own merits.

“I think first and foremost, you’ve worked incredibly hard, man. You put in a ton of work,” Pelinka told Bronny. “And, you know, we had lunch up at the facility for your workout. We talked about your work ethic, and that means a lot to us. I think second to that, you know, you’re a player of high character and personal high character, and that is valued at the Lakers. And so, it’s important for Coach [JJ] Redick and I let you know what those qualities really stand out and so the Lakers are gonna draft you with the 55th pick in the draft.”

[carlsonjok]

I feel sorry for the kid. My understanding is that he has shown potential at the high school level but his college career was derailed at the outset by some now resolved health issues. He could really stand another year in college ball to develop and showcase what he can do. But I suspect that he was pressured by his father to enter the draft so they could play together.

The attention that will come with being Lebron's son will be bad enough, but (should it come to pass) taking up an NBA roster spot will only heighten that scrutiny and will undoubtedly get ugly if he fails to deliver. What is done is done, but I hope that the Lakers give him some time in the G League to develop. Though I doubt it.

Speaking of which, did you hear the NBA is going to change the league logo from the old Jerry West to one featuring Lebron?

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