LOS ANGELES — In a historic moment for basketball, LeBron James and his son Bronny James could become the first father-son duo to compete together in the NBA during the Los Angeles Lakers’ season opener on Tuesday night.
LeBron, who is now 39 and holds the record as the top scorer in NBA history, is set to share the court with his 20-year-old son, Bronny, who was selected by the Lakers as a second-round draft pick last summer. This remarkable achievement means they would take part in the same franchise in the league known for its elite competition.
Ken Griffey Sr. and Ken Griffey Jr., former Major League Baseball stars, were seen at the Lakers’ arena, eager to witness another historic moment as they did in baseball. The Griffeys previously played together for the Seattle Mariners in 1990 and 1991, marking the first time a father and son took the field together in Major League Baseball.
During warmups, the two legendary families had the chance to connect, sharing warm conversations and captures of this monumental historic alignment of family sports legacy.
LeBron has often expressed his wish to play alongside his son, a dream that originated a few years back when Bronny was still in high school. The aspirations materialized quickly when Bronny declared for the draft after just one season in college, and the Lakers secured him as the 55th pick overall.
With both LeBron and Bronny on the roster, they hope to join a unique group of father-son pairs across professional sports who have played together. The Griffeys not only made history but even hit home runs in the same game on Sept. 14, 1990.
Additionally, Hall of Famer Tim Raines and his son shared the field with the Baltimore Orioles in 2001, further highlighting the significance of this familial bond in professional athletics. In the realm of hockey, Gordie Howe was known for playing alongside his sons, Mark and Marty, not only in the WHA with the Houston Aeros but also during his final NHL season with the Hartford Whalers, making family history as he turned 51.
