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Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bronny James' Girlfriend Turns Heads Before NBA Summer League
The Los Angeles Lakers are accustomed to being the center of attention, but they'll share the spotlight with a rising star on Wednesday night. The Lakers are set to face the Dallas Mavericks in the opening night of the NBA's Las Vegas Summer League. The Mavericks are led by former Duke star Cooper Flagg, the No. 1 pick in last month's NBA Draft and a player many believe will be a future superstar. The Lakers have star power of their own, headlined by Bronny James ahead of his second NBA season. Advertisement James played sparingly as a rookie, but showed signs of growth and potential in his time with the Lakers' G-League affiliate. The son of NBA legend LeBron James gave a rare glimpse into his life off the court with a recent Instagram comment, confirming his relationship with Parker Whitfield. The two attended the same high school, Sierra Canyon in California and were spotted together supporting Team USA in the men's basketball tournament at last year's Olympic games in Paris. James isn't the only one in the relationship with famous family members. Parker Whitfield's mother is Salli Richardson-Whitfield, a veteran actress known for films like "A Low Down Dirty Shame" and television shows like "Eureka." Advertisement Her father is Dondre Whitfield, a fellow actor known for roles on "All My Children" and the "Cosby Show." Whitfield attends the historic Spelman College in Atlanta. Former graduates from the school include politician Stacey Abrams, television host Shaun Robinson and Bernice King, daughter of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The Lakers will carry familiar faces with James into the Summer League, including fellow second-year player Dalton Knecht. They'll be joined by former college stars like RJ Davis, Sir'Jabari Rice and Julian Reese - brother of the WNBA's Angel Reese. Los Angeles will continue their Summer League journey against the New Orleans Pelicans on Saturday, before games against the rival LA Clippers and Boston Celtics on Monday and Thursday respectively. Advertisement After spending a year in the NBA, we'll see what James has to show against one of the most anticipated prospects in league history in Flagg. Bronny James' Girlfriend Turns Heads Before NBA Summer League first appeared on Men's Journal on Jul 9, 2025
Time of India
03-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Bronny James and Girlfriend Parker Whitfield Join LeBron James for Golf Outing in Hawaii
Amid the offseason break, the James family recently took a sun-soaked break in Hawaii. Bronny James, fresh off his rookie NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers, was seen enjoying some downtime with his girlfriend, Parker Whitfield, during a family golf outing that included his father, . Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The couple's appearance at the scenic Wailea Golf Club in Maui offered a rare public glimpse into their growing relationship amid Bronny's early NBA journey. Bronny James' vacation turns family affair as girlfriend Parker Whitfield joins the James clan in Hawaii Bronny James' girlfriend Parker Whitfield has bonded with the James family. Sharing scenes from the course, Parker posted sunlit views on her Instagram Story, while LeBron James showed off a video of himself in a golf cart, flaunting his luxury watch as he cruised the greens. Parker Whitfield's Instagram story. Image via: Parker Whitfield/ Instagram Both Parker and Bronny go way back. They attended Sierra Canyon School in Los Angeles, where Parker played softball and Bronny made his name on the basketball court. Their relationship, though private, became public during the 2024 Paris Olympics, when they were seen cheering on Team USA and LeBron James. It was the first of several shared moments that hinted at a budding romance. Parker is the daughter of actors Dondré T. Whitfield and Salli Richardson-Whitfield and is currently a student at Spelman College in Atlanta. Her presence during the James family's Hawaiian retreat signals how comfortable she has become around Bronny's inner circle. Bronny's NBA debut in his father's team has been under constant scrutiny, but when given the chance, he showed his intent while being a standout in the G-League. Despite outside noise suggesting his Lakers spot was influenced by LeBron's presence, Bronny is staying grounded and using the offseason to reset. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Previously, in a heartfelt Instagram Story posted last November during a road trip to Detroit, he wrote, 'I miss my baby. Love u sm,' over a sweet photo of the couple at Disneyland Paris. Also Read: Parker had previously made their relationship Instagram official on National Boyfriend Day, posting, 'Bf day! i love you! @bronny.' The post was a soft but clear declaration of affection.
