Bryce James Not Lagging Behind as the 16-Year-Old Could Still Earn the Same Amount as His Lakers Brother Bronny

The James family must be celebrating the latest development. In the NBA 2024 draft, Bronny was drafted as the 55th overall pick by the Los Angeles Lakers. The moment was special, not only for Bronny but also for LeBron James as the latter had wished once to play alongside his kids in the NBA and that might come to fruition with Bronny’s latest career. But along with a fresh ecstasy the moment also brought forth horror for the younger brother Bryce James as per fans.

But as they say, everything that circulates in the media is not true. Bryce who is just in school right now will still be making as hefty amount as Bronny who has taken his career to another level. But how is that possible? Let us have a look at the same.

Bryce James to have the same earnings as elder brother Bronny James

Bronny as per the new deal with the Lakers is expected to make around $1.2 million. The second-round picks have a lower salary compared to the first-round draftees. And it is expected to be the same with Bronny. Though Bronny has the option of signing a two-way contract and playing for the G League, it is highly unlikely that he will do the same. And this makes him quite equal to his younger brother Bryce in terms of earnings.

Bryce as per On3 has an earning of $1.2 million in NIL Valuation which takes into account the roster value and the NIL. Bryce currently holds the top rank in NIL among high school basketball athletes. He is in the top NIL 100 and is posited at the seventeenth place. He has 2 million followers on Instagram while on the X he boasts a followers list of 16.6 K.

Bronny on the other hand had cemented lucrative NIL deals with Nike, Beats by Dre, and PSD Underwear but had to give them up as he moved to the next level where he could earn endorsements much like his father. Therefore, above his base salary, Bronny still has a chance of earning more if he captures the market well and maintains his image. Meanwhile, the 16-year-old has a full-blown career ahead of him.

Bryce James is on his way to maximize his career

Bryce would be looking forward to the next steps in his career. He started playing for the Sierra Canyon before making a transfer to the Campbell Hall School. After that, he made a move once again when he decided to ply his trade for Notre Dame High School. As per On3, he is trying to decide between the Duquesne Dukes and the Ohio State Buckeyes.

The On3 meter once again showed that Bryce might commit to Ohio State since he has a 92.6% chance with them. Therefore, the days are not far when he too might get a chance at the NBA draft.

For the time being, it is necessary for Bronny to concentrate on his career while in the meantime Bryce can improve his NIL by making a place in the hearts of his fans with more content on his social media handles. And the happiest person in this will be none other than ‘The Chosen One’.

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