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Disappointing: Bronny's dismal debut
On July 7, Beijing time, 19-year-old Bronny ushered in the long-awaited NBA Summer League debut. However, his performance was a big disappointment: he only scored 4 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists and 1 steal on 2-of-9 shooting, and had the worst plus/minus of -15 on the team. As "James' Son", Bronny's debut was supposed to be the center of attention, but this appearance was a big surprise. Will his quality match the huge expectations he carries? He will face five major challenges, and LeBron James will not be able to clear the way for him.
Lack of strength: Brownie's true level
Bronny was selected by the Lakers with the 55th pick, more because of his status as a "son of James" than because of his strength. If he doesn't have this aura, I'm afraid he won't even be able to enter the door of the draft. In college, he averaged just 19.3 minutes per game, 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists, which was obviously not enough to make a splash. If Bronny wants to gain a foothold in the NBA, his first task is to quickly improve his personal ability and change the outside world's perception of his "mediocre ability".
The Lakers don't have time to develop a new talent: the pressure to win
The goal of the Lakers has always been to compete for a championship around James and Davis, not to rebuild and develop new talents. Even if the team doesn't make a major move in the offseason, developing Bronny isn't in their plans. The previous situation of Christie and Schifino with the Lakers has shown that the Lakers do not have the time and patience to develop rookies now. It will undoubtedly be difficult for Bronny to get playing time in this environment.
Targeted defense of the opponent: the target effect
As the "crown prince", Bronny is destined to be a target in the eyes of his opponents. Every player wants to boost their fame by beating him, which makes every game he has to fight incredibly. In the CBA, Jeremy Lin went through a similar situation, and everyone wanted to blow him up. Bronny will face the same challenge and will have to prove his ability under this high pressure.
Outside public opinion pressure: the harsh criticism of celebrities
Every blonny's mistake and poor performance is infinitely magnified. As the son of LeBron James, he will be under tremendous pressure from the media and the public. Celebrities, such as Skip, are ready to criticize him and his father, and any poor performance will be a target for them. Whether Bronny can continue to move forward under such pressure is a major test of his mental quality.
Boosting in the G-League: The Future Unknown
Bronny will spend most of his rookie season in the G League. While the G-League is a great place to improve and sharpen, it is still unknown whether it will be able to make substantial progress on this platform. He needs to work hard to stand out in the G League to get a shot at the Lakers' rotation. This is not only a test of his basketball skills, but also a challenge to his willpower and perseverance.
Controversy: Can James help his son again?
Although LeBron James signed a two-year contract extension with the Lakers, the second year of that was a player option, meaning there was a chance that he would leave the team after Bronny's rookie season. Only the first two years of Bronny's four-year contract with the Lakers are fully guaranteed, adding uncertainty to his future. Whether James can help his son again at the end of his career has become one of the key factors in Bronny's ability to establish himself in the NBA. However, in the end, basketball still has to rely on individual strength. For Bronny to truly become a qualified NBA player, he must rely on his own efforts to break all doubts. Whether the future belongs to Brownie or not, only time will tell.