Lakers’ Bronny James Gets Key Update Amid Rumors Involving Father, LeBron: Report

The growing assumption that Bronny James will follow his father, LeBron James, in whatever team he decides to sign with is false, The Athletic's Dan Woike reported. Getty (Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images) Getty (Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images) GettyRumors have started to fill up free agency while the NBA world continues to wait for the answer from LeBron James in free agency.James, 41, will be joining a new team this offseason, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported at the start of free agency.

The former Lakers superstar has already decided that he won’t be rejoining Los Angeles.This has raised a growing question regarding LeBron’s son and teammate, Bronny James. The 21-year-old remains on the Lakers roster despite rumors of him following in his father’s footsteps.

The Athletic’s Dan Woike has shut down these rumors.“While LeBron and Bronny playing together as teammates was one of the more incredible storylines following the 2024 NBA Draft, assumptions that the father and son staying linked going forward are false, according to league sources who were granted anonymity to discuss front-office strategies,” the insider wrote. “LeBron’s departure from the Lakers after eight seasons isn’t viewed as anything related to Bronny’s standing with the team.”

Lakers Guarantee Bronny James’ Contract for 2026-27 SeasonGettyThe Los Angeles Lakers elected to fully guarantee Bronny James’ $2.3 million salary for the 2026-27 season. (Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images)Heading into the offseason, the Lakers had the option to waive Bronny James and his $2.

3 million salary for the 2026-27 season. Los Angeles decided to commit to the 21-year-old by fully guaranteeing James’ contract.Bronny James will make $2.

3 million in 2026-27.James has continued to make steps forward since getting drafted into the NBA in 2024. His usage in JJ Redick’s rotation has gone up each year.

Through 42 games (one start) last season, James averaged 2.9 points and 1.2 assists per game on 40.

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