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LeBron, Bronny James play together in Lakers season opener; first father-son duo to share court in NBA history

Lakers defeat Timberwolves in season opener as Bronny James makes history: Live reaction and updates

LOS ANGELES — The James family made history Tuesday night with the patriarch, LeBron James, and his eldest son, Bronny, appearing in the same regular-season game, marking the first time a father-son duo shared the court in the NBA’s 79-year existence.

In the 2024-25 season opener, where the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-103, the big moment happened with 4:00 left in the second quarter when both LeBron and Bronny emerged from the bench together to check into the game.