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Father and son on the same stage: Bronny joins the Lakers to detonate the topic
Bronny James has officially signed a four-year, $7.9 million rookie contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, with an annual salary of less than $2 million. As soon as this news was released, it caused an uproar in the basketball world. As the son of LeBron James, Bronny's career has been in the spotlight from the beginning, and his addition has brought endless topics and expectations to the Lakers.
Bronny's rookie contract: High salary in the second-round pick
Bronny, as a rookie with the 55th pick in the second round, was able to get a $7.9 million contract, which is not easy. The final year of this contract is a team option, meaning the Lakers are confident in Bronny's future. This salary is undoubtedly the first pot of gold in Bronny's career. Not only can he start his professional basketball career, but he will also be able to provide better living conditions for his family and girlfriend.
James' Pick: Drop the $51.4 million player option
LeBron James could have opted to exercise the $51.4 million player option, but he decided to jump out of his contract and sign a two-year extension with the Lakers for an annual salary of $50 million next year. The decision saved the Lakers $1.4 million, funding Bronny's contract. James' move not only shows his loyalty to the Lakers, but also shows his support and anticipation for his son's career.
The Lakers' box office strategy: a historic moment for father and son on the same stage
Lakers management chose to sign Bronny despite the team's relatively saturated roster, a decision that was clearly not just based on tactical considerations. The historic scene of father and son competing on the same stage is a huge box office selling point for the Lakers. Both James and Lakers management are looking forward to boosting viewership and ticket revenue for every game through this combination.
Trade-off at the level of competition: box office revenue takes precedence over overall wins
While the Lakers have selected Bronny, they also seem to be indicating their strategy adjustment for the new season. Rather than pursuing championships, they pay more attention to how to increase box office revenue and market influence. Bronny's addition, as well as his gimmick of playing alongside his father, will undoubtedly attract a lot of fan and media attention, which is essential for the Lakers' business operations.
Controversy: Did the Lakers make the right decision?
Although the scene of father and son competing on the same stage is expected, the Lakers' decision has also caused a lot of controversy. Some believe that this kind of commercial operation will affect the overall strength and competitiveness of the team, and may even drag down the Lakers' record. However, there are also those who believe that this strategy of the Lakers is to obtain more commercial benefits in the short term and increase the market value of the team. Whether the Lakers' decision was a wise move or a risky move driven by commercial interests will take time to tell.