SAN FRANCISCO —
In his highly anticipated NBA summer league debut, Lakers second-round draft pick Bronny James took his first step toward shedding the nepotism draft label.
With many naysayers’ expectations for his first game shaped by skepticism surrounding his drafting, he proved them right on paper, at least for one game.
Bronny James was quiet on offense but efficient on defense, finishing with four points, two assists and two rebounds in 22 minutes as the Lakers lost 108-94 to the Sacramento Kings at the Chase Center on Saturday.
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While his debut was not the most impressive, James flashed signs of NBA-level talent, showcasing his energy, hustle and athleticism.