Stephen A. Smith has sparked excitement by suggesting that LeBron James and Bronny James might team up at the Dallas Mavericks. Smith discussed the potential move on his show following Bronny James’s decision to enter the 2024 NBA Draft.
Despite a modest college career at USC, where Bronny James averages less than five points per game, he is attracting considerable attention. His entry into the draft has been a hot topic, partly due to his status as LeBron James’s son. The idea of him joining the Mavericks gains traction, considering the team’s current stars, Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.
Smith speculates that the allure for LeBron to join his son and play alongside Doncic and Irving could be strong. Such a move would create a high-profile father-son duo in Dallas, a scenario that excites fans and stirs debate across sports platforms.
However, multiple factors complicate this vision. The Mavericks must manoeuvre strategically in the draft to pick Bronny, potentially competing with the Los Angeles Lakers, who also show interest. Furthermore, LeBron’s readiness to leave the Lakers and potentially accept a lower salary remains uncertain.
Although LeBron has previously wanted to play with his son, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst notes that it may not be his immediate priority. Bronny’s possibility in a Mavericks uniform remains speculative but has undeniably stirred fan and media speculation about his future in the NBA.
