Bronny James Made NBA Preseason History In Lakers-Timberwolves Game

Bronny James had three blocks in his Los Angeles Lakers (preseason) debut.

Oct 4, 2024; Palm Desert, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) looks to pass against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the second half at Acrisure Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images / Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

On Friday evening, Bronny James and the Los Angeles Lakers faced off against the Minnesota Timberwolves in California for their first preseason game.

All eyes were on Bronny, who was making his debut for the Lakers.

The former USC star finished with two points, one rebound, one assist and three blocks while shooting 1/6 from the field in 16 minutes of playing time.

Bronny’s preseason debut

2 Points
1/6 Shooting
3 Blocks
1 Assist
1 Rebound
1 Turnover
In 16 Minutes

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— Ballislife.com (@Ballislife) October 5, 2024

While he did not have a good offensive night, Bronny's three blocks were extremely notable.

Via StatMamba: "Bronny James had 3 blocks tonight.

The only guard to record more blocks in their preseason debut was Dwyane Wade (2003)."

Bronny James had 3 blocks tonight.

The only guard to record more blocks in their preseason debut was Dwyane Wade (2003). pic.twitter.com/b4zyjI9Ylz

— StatMamba (@StatMamba) October 5, 2024

Bronny had one sequence where he got the block and dished out an assist to Rui Hachimura, who made a three-pointer in transition.

Via The NBA: "Bronny James doing it on both ends 💪

The block leads to the assist to Rui for 3!"

Bronny James doing it on both ends 💪

The block leads to the assist to Rui for 3!

📺 MIN-LAL #NBAPreseason on NBA TV pic.twitter.com/GMnSYWm2b3

— NBA (@NBA) October 5, 2024

Many fans are anticipating the first time that they can see Bronny on the floor with his father (LeBron James).

For Friday's game, LeBron was ruled out (and so was Anthony Davis).

The Lakers will resume action on Sunday evening when they host Kevin Durant and the Phoenix Suns.

That's nice 🤝 pic.twitter.com/zk2X9xZeZT

— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) October 5, 2024

After their six preseason games, the Lakers will open up the regular season on October 22 when they host the Timberwolves in Los Angeles.

They are coming off a season where they lost to Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA playoffs (in five games).