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Swati Bhatia
Bronny James, son of superstar LeBron James, was picked in the second round of the 2024 NBA draft by the Los Angeles Lakers on June 27, 2024.
LeBron James and Bronny James become the first father and son duo to be in the NBA at the same time and will be playing as teammates. Here are some of the most notable father-son duos in NBA history.
The Waltons - Bill and Luke Walton
Bill Walton, a dominant force in the paint during his playing days, passed on his basketball knowledge to his son Luke Walton.
The Rivers - Doc and Austin Rivers
Doc Rivers enjoyed a successful playing career before transitioning into coaching, winning an NBA Championship as a coach. His son, Austin Rivers, followed suit and carved out his own niche.
The Thompsons - Mychal and Klay Thompson
Mychal Thompson, a former number one draft pick and two-time NBA Champion, passed on his basketball genes to his son Klay Thompson. who became the pillar of Golden State Warriors.
The Barrys - Rick and Brent Barry
Rick Barry, a Hall of Famer, saw his son Brent Barry make his own mark in the league. Brent showcased versatility as a guard and won NBA championships.
The Currys - Dell and Stephen Curry
Dell Curry paved the way for his son, Stephen Curry, by playing 16 seasons in the NBA primarily as a sharpshooting guard. Stephen, is now a multiple-time NBA Champion and MVP.