Yesterday, the Lakers faced a hard-fought loss against their city rivals, the Clippers. Subsequently, for their superstar LeBron James, his son was also scheduled to play at the Staples Center. And Bronny James balled out in an incredible performance in presence of his father.
Along with James, Phoenix Suns guard, Chris Paul along with some current and former Lakers were also present at the arena. Namely, Carmelo Anthony, Russell Westbrook, and Metta Sandiford-Artest were in attendance at this game.
Naturally, the NBA fans were excited to see so many current and former NBA stars grace a high school game. Indeed, when the King’s son is playing against his Alma Mata, the world would take notice. This is how fans across the NBA reacted to this star-studded audience of an epic high school game.
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Star-studded event!
Metta World Peace, Carmelo Anthony, Russell Westbrook, LeBron James, Chris Paul & more.
St Vincent-St Mary | Sierra Canyon pic.twitter.com/KMLFq42tCC
— BasketballBuzz.ca 🇨🇦🏀🍁 (@basketballbuzz) December 5, 2021
NBA fans react to start-studded attendance of LeBron James’ son’s game
Imagine the Lakers with CP3 instead of Westbrook https://t.co/cDUi2vbmeA
— Nicki’s Cousin Friend w/ The Swollen Testicles (@marl0stanfield_) December 5, 2021
The banana boat team #legends https://t.co/2493uwil5o
— Garcia (@JC_PTY) December 5, 2021
Chris Paul made that 6 hour drive lol https://t.co/mE55ABp6LQ
— Chris🌵 (@SaguaroChris3) December 5, 2021
Bron keep putting his championship ring in CP3 face 😂😂😂 he creep lmaooooooooo https://t.co/u1lDZGvRIj
— not loosebucks (@chrisbitch93) December 5, 2021
I really do hope Lebron can last long enough for Bronny to get in the league and they can be like Ken Griffey and Ken Griffey Jr. https://t.co/Y0sFZttPro
— Boint Sang-Woo Sheisty in a Lab Coat (@Icing_On_Tyson) December 5, 2021
They have high school games at staples center?? https://t.co/BocrxseEOu
— Black Regina George🤩 (@BOUGIEBlTCH) December 5, 2021
Rich Paul always hustling ✍🏽 https://t.co/rsq5v7qJF5
— $MakingMitch (@chiguy_14) December 5, 2021
I don’t think people understand how big this is. Don’t ever question Bron as a father because how the hell 😂 Bra got his son team, and his high school team playing at staples. https://t.co/gNEIinss28
— Kari 💰 (@uaintslickhoe_) December 5, 2021
How did LeBron’s son perform in the game?
LeBron‘s son Bronny James, had a dominant display as Sierra Canyon beat his father’s alma mater, St Vincent – St Mary’s 71-53. In the first quarter itself, highlights of his hot start to the game went viral. From jelly layups to wet jump shots, Bronny’s game had everything.
Bronny James' first game at Staples was legendary 🔥
LeBron James, Chris Paul, Carmelo Anthony and other stars are in attendance. pic.twitter.com/9eQY9XGoid
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPointsApp) December 5, 2021
Indeed, an impressive display in front of his father, at his home turf, and against his former team. Truly an iconic game for the father-son duo.
Could Chris Paul be on his way to the Lakers?
As some footage of Chris Paul, Carmelo Anthony, and LeBron James having a chat courtside before the game went viral, fans could not help but think about whether the Lakers are trying to recruit yet another superstar. Chris Paul, who could have joined Kobe Bryant at the Lakers early in his career, is also a very close friend of LeBron’s and a part of the Banana Boat Gang.
Therefore, Chris Paul is also the godfather of Bronny James and was thus in attendance at the game. While nothing can be said about whether these rumors are true, it would definitely come as surprising news to the fans if there is yet another trade involving Chris Paul and Russell Westbrook.
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LeBron, CP3, & Carmelo chatting at Bronny’s game in Staples Center. pic.twitter.com/1e09HHyYGM
— KhariJonesJr (@Kharijonesjr) December 5, 2021
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