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The Los Angeles Lakers taking a 2-1 lead over the Golden State Warriors was enough to put a smile on LeBron James? face. However, that wasn?t the only thing James was happy about. Following the Game 3 victory, King James spoke about his eldest son Bronny’s much-awaited news update and accomplishments going forward and it looks like, Bronny?s staying in LA after all.

Recently Bronny?s $5.9 million NIL deal made headlines after he announced his decision to commit to a college. And as a father, LeBron James could not be more proud as he talked about his family?s journey so far.

LeBron James could not be more proud of Bronny’s accomplishments

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It was a mystery as to where the elder son of LeBron James, Bronny would be going to college. From the few names shortlisted, looks like James Jr. has finally come to a decision. Bronny James has committed to the University of South Carolina. According to On3 NIL, Bronny has a $5.9 million On3 NIL Valuation. He already has big deals with brands like Nike and Beats by Dre.

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During the post-game interview, LeBron James opened up about his son going to college. He congratulated Bronny and proudly spoke about his son’s next big chapter.

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LeBron said, “Unless it was my great-grandmothers or great-grandfathers or someone that was way before my time. To my knowledge, this is the first out of the James gang to go to college. Obviously, his dad didn?t go to school, his mom didn?t go to college.”

Furthermore, He added, ?I think my mom maybe stepped on campus for a little bit. Maybe Community college or something but she had my little a** running around so she couldn?t spend much time in the classroom, 19 years old, she couldn?t do that, I was 3.?

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James concluded by saying, ?So, it?s very, very, very, very exciting, very humbling and a great moment for our family. He?s super cool, he?s a great kid. USC?s getting a great kid, obviously. He?s there to play basketball but they?re going to be super surprised at how great of a kid he is. Even though they?ve been recruiting him for quite a while.?

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James could not wipe the smile off his face while talking about his eldest son’s latest step toward his future. There is no doubt that fans would be looking forward to seeing Bronny in a USC jersey dunking on his opponents.