Bronny James hasn’t had the most memorable NBA Summer League experience in his rookie campaign.
The 19-year-old guard is struggling with efficiency and is still in search of his first Summer League win. The Lakers are 0-5 across the California Classic and Las Vegas Summer League, with James playing in four of those matches.
Despite his troubles, James has shown some bright spots, notably his dogged defense.
James and the Lakers will look for their first Summer League victory against the Atlanta Hawks at 9:30 p.m. ET Wednesday. It’s the second-to-last game before their Summer League schedule concludes.
The Sporting News is tracking James’ stats against the Hawks on Wednesday night.
How many points did Bronny James score today?
Halftime score: Lakers 44, Hawks 41
- Minutes: 12
- Points: 9
- Rebounds: 1
- Assists: 0
- Steals: 0
- Blocks: 0
- TOs: 1
- Fouls: 1
- FG: 4/6
- 3PT: 1/2
- FT: 0/0
Bronny James highlights vs. Hawks
James had a strong first quarter against the Hawks, knocking down both of his shots for four points.
He began the game with a contested midrange jumper.
Bronny James gets things started in Vegas with the bucket!
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— NBA (@NBA) July 18, 2024
Bronny starting the game off 2/2 FGM. 🔥
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— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) July 18, 2024
His continued his solid play into the second quarter. He made a tough, acrobatic layup as well as his first 3-pointer of the Summer League.
What a finish from Bronny. 🔥
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— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) July 18, 2024
Bronny James KNOCKS DOWN his first three in Summer League 🔥
He was previously 0-of-16 from downtown.pic.twitter.com/ghVwwwF38b
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) July 18, 2024
