Lakers make shocking Bronny James Summer League decision days before Cooper Flagg matchup
Before the Lakers' Saturday night contest against the Golden State Warriors, the organization made a shocking decision involving their 20-year-old guard, Bronny James.
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'Warriors vs Lakers California Classic Starting Lineups: Lakers: Dalton Knecht, Cole Swider, Trey Jamison III, Dajaun Gordon, and DJ Steward,' Sports Illustrated's Liam Willerup reported on X/Twitter.
'Warriors: Chris Manon, Jackson Rowe, Marques Bolden, Taran Armstrong, and Jaden Shackelford. No Bronny James, as he will not suit up for today's game.'
Entering the day, there was no indication that Los Angeles would sideline James to begin Summer League action.
While many are looking ahead to the USC product's highly anticipated matchup against Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg next Thursday, it's unlikely they expected to watch a James-less Lakers squad during either event.
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James, whom the Lakers unsurprisingly selected in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft, recently finished his rookie campaign in the big leagues.
While still a work in progress, the 6-foot-2 guard was a standout contributor in the NBA G-League, averaging 21.9 points, 5.4 assists, and 5.2 rebounds per game with the South Bay Lakers.
James' efficiency is also noteworthy, as the former McDonald's All-American connected on 44.0% of his field goals and 38.0% from the three.
Hopefully, James will suit up for the Summer League soon and receive valuable reps heading into his second NBA season.
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