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USA Today via Reuters

USA Today via Reuters

LeBron James has been one of the most talked about athletes in the NBA since before he got drafted. While there are many who admire everything James does on and off the floor, he is also one of the most heavily criticized players in the league as well. Yet, The King is always in the discussion no matter what. So why would the Young King be any different?

Bronny James had signed a massive $7.2 million NIL deal before committing to USC. And now, it shows that he made the right choice as the James name is taking off, proving him to be a USC fan favorite.

Bronny James merchandise sold out

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Being a college athlete, players cannot profit from their name while they are playing for any university. An NIL(Name, Image, Likeliness) deal is something that helps them receive financial compensation.

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Which was what the son of the Los Angeles Lakers star did before he committed to USC. Being the son of LeBron James certainly has its perks. But that does not mean that Bronny does not have things going for himself.

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No doubt he is the son of an NBA superstar but he is a star in the making himself as well. And his NIL deal has proven its worth as Bronny James USC Men’s Nike College T-Shirt is sold out already on the official Nike website.

While there may be many who would wear Bronny’s jersey to NBA games, one can be sure that a lot of his t-shirts were purchased by his fellow college mates in his support. And it should not come as a surprise if fans get to see the USC basketball arena filled with the crowd rocking these while cheering on for their team.

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Will LeBron James get to play with his son?

Bronny James gave the entire world a scare when he was rushed to the hospital a few weeks ago. The elder son of LeBron James ended up collapsing on the floor during basketball practice but was soon released with a clean bill of health.

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While there have been speculations about Bronny’s future in basketball, there hasn’t been any solid news that would back up those claims. Hopefully, Bronny stays healthy and fans get to see him in an NBA jersey soon as well.

Though there is time before Bronny makes his NBA debut, where do you think he’ll get drafted? Let us know what you think in the comments below.