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LeBron James now says playing with son Bronny in NBA ‘not a priority’: insider

ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski shed some light on how LeBron James’ thought process of playing with his son, Bronny, has changed.

For quite some time, the elder James has been open about the long-term goal of teaming up with his son in the NBA.

This past season, Bronny played at USC and has declared for the NBA draft with the potential of returning to play college basketball if the pre-draft process does not pan out.

Playing with Bronny James in the NBA is no longer the top 'priority' for LeBron James, according to ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, citing a conversation with James' agent Rich Paul.
Playing with Bronny James in the NBA is no longer the top ‘priority’ for LeBron James, according to ESPN NBA insider Adrian Wojnarowski, citing a conversation with James’ agent Rich Paul.Getty Images

Appearing on “NBA Today” earlier this week, Wojnarowski said he had spoken to James’ agent, Klutch Sports founder Rich Paul, who revealed that this pairing is no longer at the top of his client’s wishlist.

“The idea of them playing together is not a priority. It’s not foremost, at least any longer, in LeBron James’ mind,” Wojnarowski said, as covered by Larry Brown Sports.

“Rich Paul’s goal here in the pre-draft process for Bronny James is to see if there’s the right developmental organization, a place that can take a young player like Bronny James … If he does go in the draft, he very likely would spend next year in the G League.

“That’s the priority for them as a family. What’s best for Bronny James? If it ends up them together, that would be great, but I don’t get a sense it’s playing much of any role in LeBron James’ decision on next season.”

Bronny James averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game as a freshman at USC this past season.

Southern California's Bronny James (6) drives up the court against Washington during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the first round of the Pac-12 tournament Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Las Vegas.
Southern California’s Bronny James (6) drives up the court against Washington during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in the first round of the Pac-12 tournament Wednesday, March 13, 2024, in Las Vegas.AP

LeBron has an opt-out in his contract with the Lakers and could become a free agent this offseason.

So far, he has been coy about what he plans to do next.

“I’ve seen, heard a lot of reports about my future. I said it last night and I’ll say it again,” James tweeted earlier this week.

“I do not know yet as I’m only thinking about spending time with my family & friends! When I know after speaking with the fam, my counsel as well as my representation about it then you guys will know.”

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