LeBron James and his son, Bronny, experienced contrasting outcomes on the basketball court in Los Angeles. While the elder James and the Lakers suffered their ninth defeat in 12 games, losing 110-96 to the Miami Heat, Bronny shone in USC’s 82-74 victory over Cal, contributing 10 points, including a spectacular alley-oop dunk with teammate Isaiah Collier.
LeBron’s performance in the Lakers’ loss was marked by a challenging night, managing only 12 points on 6-of-18 shooting and nine assists. Despite Anthony Davis scoring 29 points and Austin Reaves adding 24, the Lakers faced their third consecutive defeat since winning the NBA in-season tournament. The team’s struggles, evident in a 3-9 record since December 12, have raised speculation about coach Darvin Ham’s future, with Doc Rivers suggesting he might be in jeopardy.
Critics, including Skip Bayless, voiced their concerns about the Lakers’ performance, particularly LeBron’s 0-6 shooting from 3-point range, contributing to the team’s overall shooting woes at 13%. The Lakers’ current record stands at 17-18.
On the brighter side, Bronny’s comeback with USC showcased his resilience and skill, contributing significantly to the team’s victory over Cal. His remarkable alley-oop dunk and crucial free throws in the closing moments sealed the win for USC, extending their winning streak against the Golden Bears to 11 games.
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