Bronny James Sidelined by Injury, Misses Lakers’ Preseason Finale
Bronny James, the Los Angeles Lakers’ second-year point guard, will miss the team’s preseason finale against the Sacramento Kings due to an ankle injury. This marks a setback for the young talent, who was ruled out shortly before the game.
Bronny James Injury Details
According to reports, Bronny suffered the injury on Tuesday during a match against the Phoenix Suns. He did not play in the subsequent preseason loss against the Dallas Mavericks and is now sidelined for the final preseason game.
Team Roster Updates
Bronny will join his father, LeBron James, and rookie Adou Thiero on the sidelines for the game. LeBron has been struggling with sciatica since the summer, while Thiero has been out due to a knee injury sustained during training camp.
- Unavailable Players:
- Bronny James
- LeBron James
- Adou Thiero
- Returning Players:
- Jarred Vanderbilt
- Maxi Kleber (making his preseason debut)
Bronny James’ Performance and Potential
During the preseason, Bronny has averaged 6.8 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game but struggled with shooting efficiency. His shooting splits are .250 from the field and .154 from three-point range.
Drafted with the 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, Bronny is still developing his skills. Although he had limited impact during his rookie season, averaging only 2.3 points, his performance in the G League shows potential. He averaged 21.9 points and contributed significantly on both ends of the court.
Looking Ahead
The absence of Bronny James adds to the challenges for the Lakers as they prepare for the upcoming regular season. The team will need to adjust without two key players, including their veteran star. As the preseason concludes, fans will be keenly watching how the Lakers navigate these early hurdles.
