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Bronny James Signs 4-Year, $7.9 Million Deal with Lakers

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Bronny James, son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has made headlines by signing a lucrative rookie contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. The deal, which spans four years, guarantees him an impressive $7.9 million.

Bronny James Signs 4-Year, $7.9 Million Deal with Lakers - THE SPORTS ROOM

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The tweet states,

“Bronny James Just Signed A 4-Year, $7.9 Million Deal When Last Year’s 55th Pick Signed A Two-Way Contract Worth $560K.”

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This hefty contract for a rookie raises questions about the role of potential and legacy in the NBA draft landscape.

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Bronny James’s Contract Details

Bronny James Signs 4-Year, $7.9 Million Deal with Lakers - THE SPORTS ROOM

  • Duration: Four years
  • Guaranteed Money: $7.9 million
  • Team Option: A fourth-year team option

Last Year’s 55th Pick: Isaiah Wong

Isaiah Wong, a guard from the Miami Hurricanes, was the 55th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. His contract? A mere two-day deal worth $560,000. Despite being the ACC Player of the Year and leading Miami to the Final Four, Wong’s contract pales in comparison to Bronny’s guaranteed multi-million-dollar contract.

Why the Lakers Took Bronny at #55:

Bronny James Signs 4-Year, $7.9 Million Deal with Lakers - THE SPORTS ROOM

  • LeBron Connection: The decision to draft Bronny James likely stems from keeping LeBron James in Los Angeles. The Lakers secured a future investment by selecting the younger James.
  • Media Hype: While Bronny’s college performance was modest (averaging 4 points per game), media narratives about his character and work ethic played a role in the Lakers’ choice.

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