“I can’t wait for them to make history” : Anthony Davis opens up about being on the same team as LeBron and Bronny James
News regarding the first ever father-son duo in Lebron and Bronny James have been the highlight of the NBA this summer. The Lakers superstar, who recently admitted that everything else he now does is just ‘extra credit’ in his legendary career, is also acting way different in team training sessions, as revealed by his teammates.
Apart from being one of the best players in the league, LeBron James is obviously a proud father as well. Teaming up with his soon to be 20-year-old son is just another boost of motivation for the King, and he is most definitely going to show up, even more than he used to. Adding a gentle reminder that a 39-year-old James last season averaged 25.7 points with 7.3 rebounds and 8.3 assists.
As far as the LA Lakers are concerned, the team are in high spirits ahead of a big season, courtesy of the father-son duo. Although the decision to hire JJ Reddick as head coach initially turned out to have a mixed reaction from fans, the American, who is just about the same age as LeBron, has been a pleasant surprise in the dressing room so far as well.
With the Los Angeles based side being the talk of the town this summer, one of the veterans of the squad was asked about the changes he has felt this time around compared to previous years, during the much-awaited media day.
“It just means the world to LeBron. It’s a different level of joy” : Anthony Davis reflects on what it means to LeBron having Bronny in the team
Anthony Davis, who goes way back with LeBron, revealed how it feels seeing the duo practice and play together in training camps after all these years. Davis also mentioned the ‘pure joy’ he sees on the King’s face nowadays.
“It’s still surreal that he’s on the same team as his dad. And I get to be part of it, witnessing every practice, every game, every moment they share, at least for his first year. I can’t wait for them to make history when they officially step on the floor together. It’s been amazing to watch so far,” said Davis during media day.
“It just means the world to LeBron. It’s a different level of joy,” added the 31-year-old.
Drafted 55th out of the 58 picks, it is quite clear that the Lakers acquired Bronny majorly for increasing their revenue margin rather than wanting him for his actual ability. But even after averaging a measly 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists in his freshman college year, Bronny has been fully accumulated in the team dynamics. The 19-year-old was also seen training extra hard with his father throughout the summer.
The road to the 24/25 season has been a perfect one so far for the father-son duo. Although the spotlight will be on young Bronny initially, fans worldwide are already speculating if season no.22 is finally going to be the last one for no.23. With an emotional season coming up nonetheless, LeBron James is definitely going to show his son how it is done in the big stages.
