As one of the most famous athletes in the world, LeBron James receives a lot of media attention. James, who dons the Los Angeles Lakers jersey has established a name for himself among the fans. As a celebrity, James’ family also receives its fair share of the spotlight.
Recently his son, Bronny was at the center of a bizarre moment.
The superstar attended his son Bronny’s game at Staples Center. Bronny donned the jersey of his high school, Sierra Canyon School, against James’ alma mater, St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. A particular piece of commentary about Bronny during the game captured NBA fans’ attention. The commentator described Bronny’s performance as “wet”.
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This game at Staples Center featured some famous names with current and former NBA stars in the audience. Carmelo Anthony, Russell Westbrook, and Bronny’s godfather Chris Paul were there. Former NBA stars Metta World Peace, and Zach Randolph were also present.
It was James who hosted the high school basketball showcase event between the California and Ohio schools.
“Bronny is wet tonight” comment about LeBron James’ son draws hilarious reactions from NBA fans
Reactions from NBA fans on Twitter were hysterical as they mocked the commentator for his comment on Bronny.
“Bronny is wet tonight” pic.twitter.com/jxdUByOX6j
— Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) December 5, 2021
He’s what?! pic.twitter.com/dWnJh6yoqX
— ya hate to see it (@ImBenito_) December 5, 2021
When you were using artificial moisture well into your sophomore year in college pic.twitter.com/YRKkIrMbiy
— Pharoah (@KingSolomon027) December 5, 2021
Announcer should never say that about a kid again 😂 and why he got a better jumper than his dad!? He need to be the Laker shooting coach
— Kobe’s chewed Jersey (@LAKeShowROAD218) December 5, 2021
Pause???.. pic.twitter.com/oHiUWiovmj
— Alex (@A7exG) December 5, 2021
@ShannonSharpe right now pic.twitter.com/dElkM0SVPY
— Sinai (@SinaiNot) December 5, 2021
Not as wet as that mask lol
— Pro 🎮🌈 (@ProRedBentley) December 5, 2021
“Bronny is wet tonight” pic.twitter.com/BW6wXQv7Dk
— Keanus Revenge (@Rel0ve0ver) December 5, 2021
Bronny is what? pic.twitter.com/6Md3W8OLqq
— BigStage (@BigStage202) December 5, 2021
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This tweet right here sir pic.twitter.com/0D0lBq8Kac
— patpurce11 (@PcityR1) December 5, 2021
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A five time NBA champion LeBron James joined the Lakers in 2018, leading them to their 2020 NBA title win. The NBA has named him as the MVP four times. He also has two Olympic gold medals with the US national men’s team.
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