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News has spread rampantly about the unfortunate incident circling Bronny James. The 18-year-old was at his usual USC practice when something tragic happened. He collapsed on the floor and needed immediate attention from the Trojan’s medical team. After assistance, he was taken to the hospital and admitted into the ICU for a brief period.

The All-American guard is now stable. However, the fans have engaged in a debate – they want to know what might have caused such an anomaly. These discussions also prompted a response from Twitter owner, Elon Musk.

Elon Musk reacts to Bronny James’ cardiac arrest

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Horror set upon the NBA world when news about James crashed Twitter. Majority of the fraternity dedicated prayers for LeBron James and his family in such times of peril. Millions rose in support, including Trae Young, Jalen Brunson, and more. Luckily, Bronny James is reportedly in stable condition and is out of the ICU.

Neither LeBron James nor Savannah have made any statements about the astonishing incident.

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The incident came as a shock to many. Since the news broke fans have raged talks over the root cause of the USC commit. Some feel it is a side effect of the COVID vaccine. The notion has slowly started to gain traction as the air is filled with mystery and uncertainty. Just as fans were beginning to place a mark on the cause, Elon Musk stepped in.

The Tesla CEO gave his insights on the fans’ speculation and gave a rather ambiguous answer.

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“We cannot ascribe everything to the vaccine, but, by the same token, we cannot ascribe nothing. Myocarditis is a known side-effect. The only question is whether it is rare or common,” said Musk in his recent tweet.

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Prior to the medical emergency, Bronny James was one of the most heralded prospects in his class. The 6 foot 3 guard committed to USC earlier this month. A heart problem will most likely be treated with extreme caution, given James is only 18 years of age. Concerns have boiled over regarding his basketball future. However, the immediate priority for the James family lies in ensuring that their son recovers completely and can resume his life once again.