Bronny James has captured the spotlight by boldly commenting on his expected NBA 2K rating for the upcoming edition of the famous basketball video game.
San Antonio Spurs sensation Victor Wembanyama holds the title of the highest-rated rookie ever, surpassing the rookie ratings of LeBron James and Kevin Durant. Wembanyama boasted an 84 rating before the 2023–24 season.
Son of NBA icon LeBron James, Bronny appears to harbor ambitions surpassing his father’s basketball prowess. In a recent interview with Bleacher Report, he confidently claimed he deserves a respectable rating of 80 or 81.
“I feel like I deserve a respectable 80, 81,” Bronny replied.
Such a high rating for a rookie is uncommon, but Bronny’s confidence hints at his belief in his basketball skills. This confidence may stem from his impressive stint with USC, where he showcased his talent by averaging 4.8 points per game on 36.6% shooting, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 25 games.
Bronny James Wants to Carve his Path in the NBA
While Bronny James’ father’s fame initially brought attention to him, Bronny is determined to make a name for himself on the court. He wants to step out of his father’s shadow. After getting the green light, the young star recently declared for the 2024 NBA Draft to take the first step toward his dream of playing professional basketball. His participation in the draft combine proves his commitment to proving his worth to NBA teams.
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In a recent press conference, Bronny clarified that he wants to be recognized and drafted for his merits, not his father’s legacy.
“Only draft me if you think I’m good enough… and not because of my dad,” he said.
Meanwhile, LeBron James continues to rewrite the history books in the NBA. LeBron firmly established his legacy as the first player to surpass milestones like 39,000 and 40,000 regular-season points and 6,000, 7,000, and 8,000 playoff points.
Nevertheless, LeBron has expressed his dream of one day sharing the court with his son in the NBA. The prospect of Bronny joining his father in the league excites basketball fans worldwide. It could allow LeBron to witness his son’s success firsthand and feel proud of his successor.
