Bronny James, selected at No. 55 by the Los Angeles Lakers, is preparing for his first NBA season.
Former NBA star Baron Davis recently commented on the challenges awaiting the eldest son of LeBron James.
Davis shared his thoughts in an interview with Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson on Scoop B Radio, saying, “It’s gonna get a lot harder.”
He explained that while the Summer League is tough, the regular season is a different level of competition.
“The Summer League is always the hardest thing to do because you’re just getting thrown into the fire,” Davis remarked.
He added that the constant effort to impress during Summer League makes it difficult for young players to find their rhythm.
Davis believes that Bronny’s future success depends on his ability to establish his own identity in the NBA.
“He’s gonna get better… but now it’s up to him to figure out who he’s gonna be in the league,” Davis said.
Despite facing criticism for his performance at USC, Bronny’s potential is clear, according to Davis.
The former USC guard averaged 4.8 points per game in 19.3 minutes during his college career.
Many have questioned Bronny’s draft position, with some critics suggesting nepotism played a role in his selection.
His Summer League showing was also underwhelming, as he averaged 8.8 points per game on poor shooting percentages.
Nevertheless, the Lakers demonstrated confidence in Bronny by offering him a four-year, $7.9 million contract.
Davis emphasized that with time, player development, and guidance from his father, Bronny has the potential to succeed.
