Bronny James scores first NBA points in Cleveland as father LeBron watches on
The city of Cleveland was buzzing as Bronny James, son of basketball legend LeBron James, scored his first NBA points against none other than the Cleveland Cavaliers.
It was a moment rich with emotion, as Bronny made his mark on the league in the same city where his father’s legendary career took flight.
The fans in Cleveland, who watched LeBron grow into a superstar over two stints with the Cavaliers, welcomed his son with resounding cheers, making Bronny’s milestone feel all the more significant.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo delves into the historic occasion and examines what it means for Bronny and his famous father.
A historic father-son duo
Days earlier, in the Lakers’ season opener, LeBron and Bronny had made NBA history as the first active father-son duo to play in a regular-season game.
Scoring his first NBA points in Cleveland, however, made this latest career milestone uniquely poignant.
At 20 years old, he represents the latest chapter in a family legacy that has captivated basketball fans worldwide. For LeBron, who has called his son’s journey “the greatest thing in the world,” it was a proud, almost surreal experience.
Visibly moved, he declared: "To see him get his first NBA basket in this arena, where he grew up not too far away, is an unbelievable moment."
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The first basket
With the Lakers trailing in the fourth quarter, fans began chanting “We want Bronny!”.
When he checked in with just over five minutes left, the arena erupted. Yet, while every touch of the ball drew cheers, the climax came with just over two minutes remaining.
Bronny caught the ball, took a step back, and nailed a 14-foot jumper over Tristan Thompson in a shot reminiscent of one of his father’s signature moves.
The crowd exploded as the announcer boomed, “There it is! A first NBA basket! Welcome home, LeBron James Jr!”
Reflecting on the landmark moment after the game, Bronny simply stated: “It was insane…especially coming from here.”
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A shared moment for city and family
While the Lakers ultimately fell 134-110, Bronny’s first points in Cleveland were about much more than the scoreline.
He contributed with two assists and a steal in his five minutes on the court, showing early flashes of his potential.
Despite the loss, this was a defining moment for both the James family and the Cleveland community, who have followed the journey of “King James” and are now witnessing the next generation of his legacy.
The journey continues
After Cleveland, the Lakers will continue to manage Bronny’s playing time, balancing NBA minutes with G-League assignments as he develops his game.
But this first step in Cleveland was critical and unforgettable.
Bronny’s start in the NBA, especially in the city that first cheered for his father, couldn’t have been more fitting ultimately.
As he continues to grow in his own career, he will carry with him the weight of legacy — and the dreams of a family and a city that will be rooting for him every step of the way.
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