Bronny James’ NBA Summer League debut jersey recently sold for a remarkable $38,400 at an auction held by Sotheby’s, well above the initial estimate of $6,000 to $10,000 [[❞]](https://www.basketballinsiders.com/news/bronny-james-nba-summer-league-game-worn-debut-jersey-sells-for-38400-in-auction/) [[❞]](https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/game-worn-jersey/bronny-james-first-lakers-jersey-sells-for-30k-at-sotheby-s). The jersey, worn during his first Summer League appearance for the Los Angeles Lakers on July 6, 2024, in a game against the Sacramento Kings, attracted significant attention. In that game, Bronny scored four points in a 108-94 loss [[❞]](https://www.talkbasket.net/186463-bronny-james-summer-league-debut-jersey-sold-in-auction-for-38-4k). Despite his relatively modest performance, his debut jersey fetched a price significantly higher than those of many other top prospects.
This sale underscores the heightened market value associated with Bronny, largely due to his iconic family background. As the eldest son of NBA legend LeBron James, Bronny’s every move is closely watched, and his NBA career has attracted immense interest. His debut marked a historic moment, as he and LeBron James became the first active father-son duo in the league [[❞]](https://www.basketballinsiders.com/news/bronny-james-nba-summer-league-game-worn-debut-jersey-sells-for-38400-in-auction/) [[❞]](https://www.talkbasket.net/186463-bronny-james-summer-league-debut-jersey-sold-in-auction-for-38-4k).
The auction price also stands out when compared to other rookie jerseys. For instance, the debut jerseys of 2024 first overall pick Zaccharie Risacher and third pick Reed Sheppard sold for much lower amounts of $3,360 and $15,600, respectively [[❞]](https://www.talkbasket.net/186463-bronny-james-summer-league-debut-jersey-sold-in-auction-for-38-4k). Even though Bronny’s stats in his debut were relatively underwhelming, the rarity and potential historic significance of the jersey helped drive its value.
While Bronny’s Summer League performance may not have set records, the sale of his jersey for $38,400 reflects the strong interest from collectors who see potential in both his career and the sentimental value tied to his connection with his father [[❞]](https://www.cllct.com/sports-collectibles/game-worn-jersey/bronny-james-first-lakers-jersey-sells-for-30k-at-sotheby-s) [[❞]](https://www.talkbasket.net/186463-bronny-james-summer-league-debut-jersey-sold-in-auction-for-38-4k).
