LeBron James Reflects on Relationship with Jaylen Brown
During a post-game interview following the Los Angeles Lakers’ defeat to the Boston Celtics, LeBron James reflected on his interactions with Celtics forward Jaylen Brown, recalling a controversial moment from a few years ago. After the Lakers fell 111-89, James was asked about his rapport with Brown, to which he acknowledged a generally respectful relationship.
Controversial Comments About Bronny
However, he couldn’t resist mentioning Brown’s past comments concerning his son, Bronny James, which stemmed from a Summer League game in 2024. In that particular instance, Brown had expressed doubts about Bronny’s potential as a professional player, a clip that has since resurfaced in discussions about their relationship.
“It’s been pretty respectful despite the stuff he said about Bronny at Summer League,”
James commented humorously, subtly reminding people that he hasn’t overlooked these remarks.
He added,
“I think he went on social media and said something about it. It’s all good.”
Summer League Incident
The incident that sparked this tension took place during a Summer League event where Brown was overheard making dismissive comments about Bronny’s capabilities as a basketball player. Shortly thereafter, Brown attempted to clarify his remarks on social media, praising Bronny’s potential. He tweeted:
“It’s a flex to have your son alongside you in the NBA; it reflects greatness and longevity! Bronny has all the tools around him to be successful; I look forward to watching his growth.”
Bronny’s Progress in the NBA
Since being drafted 55th overall by the Lakers in 2024, Bronny James has been working on his game, playing 27 games last season and still soaking in experience this season. As of now, he averages 2.2 points and 1.2 assists per game for the Lakers while making an impact in the G League with the South Bay Lakers, where he has upped his averages to 15.5 points and 5.2 assists in six games. Notably, he did not play during the Lakers’ loss to the Celtics on Sunday.
Game Highlights
In that game, Luka Dončić shone for the Lakers with 25 points, while LeBron contributed 20 points despite facing criticism over his shooting performance from beyond the arc. Brown was a standout for Boston, scoring 32 points and grabbing eight rebounds, which bolstered the Celtics to a season record of 37-19.
LeBron’s Protective Stance
Despite the time that has passed, LeBron James seems to keep a close watch on comments about Bronny, demonstrating a protective stance as his son navigates the challenges of his early career in the NBA.
