Bronny James is set to make his highly anticipated NBA debut with the Los Angeles Lakers on October 22, 2024, during the season opener against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This debut will be especially historic as Bronny will share the court with his father, LeBron James, marking the first time in NBA history that a father-son duo has played in a game together.
Despite concerns about Bronny’s readiness for NBA-level competition following a mixed performance in the Summer League, the Lakers are determined to give the James family this moment. NBA analyst Zach Lowe stated that Bronny is “100% playing” in the season opener to ensure LeBron and Bronny can share this milestone. While Bronny is not expected to log significant minutes, the Lakers plan to have him on the court for at least a brief period, allowing the duo to have a symbolic moment, likely involving a pass or play between father and son [[❞]](https://lakersdaily.com/zach-lowe-thinks-bronny-james-is-100-percent-playing-in-lakers-season-opener-alongside-lebron/) [[❞]](https://lakersnation.com/lakers-rumors-bronny-lebron-james-will-100-play-together-in-season-opener/).
After this historic game, Bronny is expected to spend much of his rookie season in the G League to continue developing his skills. Although Bronny’s long-term potential is still being evaluated, this debut will be a dream come true for LeBron, who has expressed his desire to play alongside his son for years [[❞]](https://lasportshub.com/posts/surprise-bronny-james-report-about-lakers-season-opener-emerges-01j85cw8r9eh) [[❞]](https://lakersnation.com/lakers-rumors-bronny-lebron-james-will-100-play-together-in-season-opener/).
This special moment comes amid high expectations for the Lakers this season. While LeBron continues to chase championships, Bronny’s development will be closely monitored by fans and analysts alike, with hopes that he will eventually contribute to the team’s su
ccess.
