Bronny James faces a challenging journey to secure a spot on the Los Angeles Lakers’ roster, where he has the chance to make history alongside his father, LeBron James. As the NBA 2024-25 season approaches in a month, fans are eagerly discussing Bronny’s potential debut for the Lakers.

If both father and son play together, they would become the first father-son duo to appear in an official NBA game on the same court. However, that may not happen soon, as Bronny, selected 55th in the 2024 NBA Draft, has yet to prove himself during Summer League.

There are no guarantees for Bronny’s playing time, especially with new head coach JJ Redick emphasizing practicality. Still, ESPN’s veteran writer Zach Lowe has made a bold prediction. “You won’t have to wait long. You’ll see it in the first game,” Lowe stated confidently, believing Bronny will make his debut in the season opener, allowing the James duo to share a historic moment. “They might pass to each other or create opportunities, but that’s the only guarantee Bronny has. He’ll need to earn JJ Redick’s trust to continue playing,” he added.

Having been picked late in the NBA Draft, Bronny averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists during his NCAA season. His performance improved slightly in the Summer League, where he averaged 7 points per game, but his shooting percentage remains low at 32.7% across six games. Experts predict that Bronny will spend considerable time in the NBA G-League with the South Bay Lakers to refine his skills and adapt to the competitive environment. Only after achieving certain milestones will he have the opportunity to join the Lakers and play alongside his father, LeBron.