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LeBron and Bronny James Make NBA History with Lakers as First Father-Son Duo to Play Together

Oct 23, 2024, 02:54 AM

On October 23, 2024, LeBron James and his son Bronny James made NBA history by becoming the first father-son duo to play together in an NBA regular-season game. The pair checked into the game for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Minnesota Timberwolves with four minutes left in the second quarter, receiving a standing ovation from the crowd. This momentous occasion mirrors that of Ken Griffey Sr. and Ken Griffey Jr., who were the first father-son duo to play together in Major League Baseball. Before the game, the James family met with the Griffeys, capturing a memorable photo of the two iconic father-son pairs. LeBron, in his 22nd season, and Bronny, making his NBA debut, shared the court as the Lakers led 49-32 during a significant second-quarter run. The game was broadcast live on TNT and marked a historic night for the NBA.