Bronny James, LeBron’s kid, dedicates to USC

Jeff Borzello, ESPN Staff WriterMay 6, 2023, 06:34 PM ET

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• Basketball recruiting expert.
• Joined ESPN in 2014.
• Graduate of University of Delaware.Four-star guard Bronny James, kid of NBA super star LeBron James, revealed his dedication to USC on Saturday.Bronny James made the statement on Instagram.A 6-foot-3 guard

  from Cleveland who went to Sierra Canyon School(California), James is thought about among the leading five point player in the nation. He was ranked as the No. 19 prospect in the ESPN 100 for the class of 2023 and made McDonald’s All American honors this season.LeBron James likewise shared the statement on Instagram, writing, “So damn pleased with you kid!”LeBron James also offered plenty

  of kudos to his child after the Los Angeles Lakers routed the Golden State Warriors 127-97 in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series.”Congratulations

  to my kid on his next journey, on picking an excellent university,”James said. “I’m proud of him.”Although he isn’t entirely sure about all of his great-grandparents, the older James said he

  believes Bronny is the very first person from his household to go to college.”This is an incredible thing, “LeBron added.”

  Obviously, his daddy didn’t go to school. His mom didn’t go to college. It’s very cool. … USC is getting a great kid. He’s there to play basketball, [however]

  they’re going to be very surprised at how fantastic a kid he is, although they’ve been recruiting him for a while. “LeBron James has actually been an active, helpful parent for his sons’basketball dreams– youngest child Bryce James is 15– even amidst the needs of a professional career now in its 20th season. The elder James also has regularly mentioned his desire to

  play in the NBA along with Bronny, though the logistics of attaining such a dream would be daunting.If Bronny left USC after one season in 2024 and after that landed an NBA task, his father would turn 40 during his child’s novice season.”I was severe,”James stated.”And I’m still major about it. Certainly, I’ve got to continue to keep my body and my mind fresh, I think my mind most notably. … But at the end of the day, I’ve done what I needed to perform in this league, and my child is going to take his journey.

  “Even if it’s my goal [to play together] does not mean it’s his, and I’m absolutely OK with that,” James added.” My task is just to support my son in whatever he wants to do. … One thing about being a parent is it’s not constantly about what you

  want. It’s about listening to your kids and what they desire, and that’s when you get a genuine relationship.” Bronny James averaged 11.5 points, 4.7 rebounds and 3.7 assists for the Strive For Achievement program on the Nike EYBL circuit last spring and summer, then followed that up with excellent performances in high-profile games throughout the high school season. James had 13 points, 8 rebounds, 3 helps and 5 takes in the Hoophall Classic versus Christopher Columbus (Florida ), shooting 3-for-8 from 3-point range.He had 15 points and four assists, making five 3-pointers, in the McDonald’s All American Game and after that had 11 points in the Nike Hoop Summit.In ESPN’s early 2024 NBA mock draft, James is projected as the No. 10 choice– with ESPN’s Jonathan Givony citing his ability as”perhaps the best border defender in his high school class”as his most significant asset.Editor’s

  Picks 2 Associated James selected the Trojans over Oregon and Ohio State following a long and mystical recruitment. Throughout the whole of his high

  school profession, there was really little concrete info about which schools were included and where he may end up for college. There was even a stretch in which going the professional path for a year before getting in the NBA draft appeared to be an option.He lastly broke his silence last month at the Nike Hoop Top, speaking publicly about his hiring process for the first time– without giving away any hints.”Speaking to them, talking with the coaches, it’s great to know they want me there with them,”James stated in response to a question about all-star game teammates hiring him to certain schools. “But at the end of the day, it’s my decision and I require to make the ideal one for me.

  “James will now dress for Andy Enfield and the Trojans, joining a preseason top-25 team and one of the very best backcourts in the country.

  USC is anticipated to revive all-conference guard Boogie Ellis, the team’s leading scorer at 17.7 points per game, while it likewise has elite point guard Isaiah Collier, the No. 1-ranked high school senior in the nation.”Invite to the household,”Ellis tweeted to Bronny.James is among the best jump shooters in the class, particularly off the catch, and his defense, assisting in and basketball understanding at both ends of the flooring will give USC two-way production. James is expected to play mostly off the ball at USC and be a 2nd or third ball handler when needed.– ESPN’s Paul Biancardi and The Associated Press added to this report.