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- Bronny James drafted 55th by the Lakers, creating a historic father-son duo with LeBron James.
- Bronny’s performance in Summer League gains traction, with betting favor for NBA Rookie of the Year.
- Despite being a second-round pick, Bronny receives a significant number of bets for the award.
- Kevin Hart offers Bronny advice on handling criticism post-draft.
Bronny James: A Laker Legacy and Betting Favorite
The Los Angeles Lakers have made history by drafting Bronny James, son of NBA superstar LeBron James, as the 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. This selection marks the first time an NBA team will have a father-son duo on its roster.
While LeBron is engaged with Team USA, Bronny has been honing his skills in the Summer League, showing marked improvement and earning praise from peers like Chet Holmgren. Although he’s expected to develop mainly with the G League’s South Bay Lakers, bettors are showing confidence in his potential by placing him as a favorite for the 2024-25 Kia NBA Rookie of the Year award.
Despite the odds against a late second-round pick winning such an accolade, the allure of the Lakers’ brand and Bronny’s promising lineage has led to a flurry of bets. Notably, one bettor placed a $1,000 wager on Bronny at 250-1 odds. This betting enthusiasm mirrors the pre-draft hype where Bronny also received the most bets to be the number one pick.
Amidst the buzz, Bronny has faced criticism, prompting comedian Kevin Hart to step in with advice on dealing with the pressures of fame and expectations. As the new season approaches, all eyes will be on Bronny’s transition to professional basketball and his impact on the storied Lakers franchise.
