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Lakers assigning Bronny James to G League affiliate in South Bay, where he'll play home games

The Los Angeles Lakers have assigned Bronny James to their G League affiliate in South Bay, reports ESPN's Shams Charania.

James is expected to join South Bay for its game with Salt Lake City on Saturday. However, he will be on the Lakers' roster for their matchup with the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday (10 p.m. ET, ESPN).

The Lakers today assigned Bronny James to their NBA G League affiliate, South Bay, where he’s expected to debut vs. Salt Lake City on Saturday, sources said. James will be on Lakers roster vs.