BRONNY James has reportedly decided to remain in the 2024 NBA Draft, forgoing college eligibility.
The former University of Southern California guard — and son of LeBron James — has also reportedly been very selective when it comes to accepting pre-draft workout invites from teams.
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Bronny, 19, had until 11:59 p.m. ET on Wednesday to withdraw from the draft if he wanted to continue his college basketball career.
But just hours before the deadline, his agent, Rich Paul, said ESPN that the 6-foot-2 point guard would remain after a strong pre-draft process.
“Bronny [draft] the reach is broad,” Paul said.
“He is a very good prospect who has a lot of room to grow. Only one team is needed.
“I don’t care where this team is – it could be No. 1 or 58 – [but] I care about the plan, the development. The team strategy, the opportunity and the financial commitment.”
Paul also reiterated that Bronny would not sign a two-way contract with any NBA team.
And it appears there may be franchises he’s not interested in joining.
reportedly received invitations to workouts from more than 10 teams, according to NBA insider Shams Charania.
But he is believed to have only said yes to a few, the Los Angeles Lakers – where his father has played since 2018 – and the Phoenix Suns, Charania added a few days later.
The Suns have the 22nd overall pick in this year’s draft.
Meanwhile, the Lakers will make their selections at positions 17 and 55.
James has said in the past that he would love to play with Bronny on the same team.
The 20-time All-Star walked back those comments after they thrust his son further into the spotlight.
But Paul recently said he didn’t care about the Lakers star’s comments.
2024 NBA Draft Request – Lottery Picks
- Atlanta Falcons
- Wizards of Washington
- Houston Rockets (via Brooklyn)
- St. Anthony’s incentive
- Detroit pistons
- Charlotte Hornets
- Portland Trail Blazers
- San Antonio Spurs (via Toronto)
- Memphis Grizzlies
- Utah Jazz
- Chicago buffaloes
- Oklahoma City Thunder (via Houston)
- Kings of Sacramento
- Portland Trail Blazers (via Golden State)
“If he wants to play with his son, that’s it,” the owner of Klutch Sports, who is also James’ agent, told an NBA source. Chris Haynes.
“But then again, I have a job to do representing Bronny and LeBron.
“LeBron’s season is over. I’m focused on Bronny and the rest of our draft class.
“If it’s lined up where he can play with his dad, great. Am I necessarily focused on that?
“I’m focused on investing in the team plan and being serious about fit and opportunity.”
The 2024 NBA Draft takes place between June 26th and 27th.
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