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Lakers' Bronny James: Rare appearance in loss
Bronny James logged no counting stats in one minute during Wednesday's 132-119 loss to San Antonio.James made his fifth straight garbage-time appearance, continuing a season devoid of highlights. At this stage, his name warrants more attention than his on-court play, averaging just 1.9 points in 8.9 minutes per game. Barring multiple injuries to other players, it is unlikely we will see him on a regular basis.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Recalled to NBA
Los Angeles recalled Bronny James from the G League's South Bay Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday, Ryan Ward of LakersNation.com reports.The Lakers face the Clippers on Tuesday night, so James is being called up to provide emergency depth in the backcourt.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Back to bench Tuesday
Bronny James is not in the Los Angeles Lakers' starting lineup against the Jazz on Tuesday, Jovan Buha of The Athletic reports.James made his first start of the season in Saturday's win over the Bucks, but he logged just 10 minutes and posted zero points, one rebound, one assist and one steal. He and Jake LaRavia will revert to the bench for Tuesday's contest while Rui Hachimura (calf) returns from a one-game absence and LeBron James (sciatica) makes his 2025-26 regular-season debut.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Making first start of season
Bronny James is in the Los Angeles Lakers' starting lineup against the Bucks on Saturday, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com reports.James will make his first start of the season Saturday due to the absences of Marcus Smart (illness) and Rui Hachimura (calf). James has seen inconsistent playing time off the bench and is averaging 2.3 points, 1.9 assists, 1.0 rebounds and 0.9 steals over 12.1 minutes per game to open the 2025-26 regular season.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Hands out six assists
Bronny James registered five points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), one rebound, six assists and one steal over 19 minutes during Monday's 123-115 victory over the Trail Blazers.James once again saw extended run Monday, as Luka Doncic was rested and Austin Reaves (groin) was given a maintenance day. James is shooting 18.2 percent from the field in five appearances, but he has shown promise on the defensive end and as a playmaker.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Scoreless in 20 minutes
Bronny James racked up zero points (0-2 FG), three rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 20 minutes during Monday's 122-108 loss to the Trail Blazers.James made his second appearance of the season with the Los Angeles Lakers in need of some emergency depth in the backcourt. Although he failed to score, James did have some nice moments defensively. Marcus Smart (quadriceps) is hopeful to be back in action Wednesday, while Gabe Vincent (ankle) is expected to miss multiple weeks, which could keep James involved at the back end of the rotation.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Didn't play in season opener
Bronny James (ankle) didn't see the floor during Tuesday's game against the Warriors.James and Dalton Knecht were among the notable players for Los Angeles who didn't play during the regular-season opener. Even though James has been dealing with an ankle issue, it appears that his DNP was a coach's decision.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Not listed on report for Tuesday
Bronny James (ankle) is off the Los Angeles Lakers' injury report for Tuesday's game against the Warriors, Daniel Starkand of LakersNation.com reports.James missed the Lakers' final two preseason games due to a sprained ankle, though he's set to return to action Opening Night. However, the second-year guard isn't expected to see significant minutes. The 21-year-old appeared in 27 regular-season games (one start) in the 2024-25 campaign, during which he averaged 2.3 points across 6.7 minutes per contest.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Modified practice participant
Bronny James (ankle) was a modified participant in practice Sunday, Khobi Price of The Orange County Register reports.James missed the Los Angeles Lakers' final two preseason games while dealing with an ankle sprain, but his participation in practice in any form is an encouraging sign. More clarity on his availability for Tuesday's Opening Night matchup against the Warriors is expected as the game approaches.
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Lakers' Bronny James: Out with ankle sprain
Bronny James (ankle) is out for Friday's preseason finale against the Kings, Thuc Nhi Nguyen of the Los Angeles Times reports.James' ankle sprain will cost him his last shot at exhibition reps this fall. The second-year guard will hope to recover in time for Tuesday's Opening Night clash against the Warriors.