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'He needs to fall back…' LeBron James asked to follow Dwyane Wade’s path before putting Bronny James in ‘bad position’

Originally posted on FirstSportz | By Kartik Mudaliar | Last updated 5/17/24

Following their devastating five-game loss to the Denver Nuggets in the opening round of the NBA playoffs, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers are currently in a crucial offseason phase for the future of the team. Notably, James’ son Bronny James made his decision to participate in the NBA 2024 draft.

Much has been said about Bronny James’s potential as an NBA prospect. However, former NBA player Kendrick Perkins recently used “The Stephen A Smith Show” to guide LeBron James on how to handle his son’s circumstances. Perkins claimed that James should fall back on his son’s future and follow NBA great, Dwyane Wade’s footsteps instead of putting Bronny James in a bad position.

He[Bron] needs to fall back. You know who did a great job of doing that with his oldest son...Dwyane Wade..he didn't push on him...he didn't put too much pressure on him...no. On The Stephen A Smith Show, Kendrick Perkins said

On the sports side of things, June is when the NBA Draft is scheduled to happen. Watch to see whether Bronny James signs a contract with the Lakers or any other team.

Skip Bayless feels Bronny James is ready for the NBA

Bronny James, the son of one of the best basketball players, LeBron James made an important decision regarding his basketball career recently. Bronny decided to enter the NBA 2024 draft as he feels ready for the next step in his career.

In addition, Skip Bayless supported Bronny’s decision to register for the 2024 NBA draft, complimenting his tough defensive approach and high level of basketball intelligence.

I believe he’s ready for the NBA right now.
Skip Bayless said on Undisputed

“I believe he’s ready for the NBA right now.”@RealSkipBayless on Bronny declaring for NBA Draft pic.twitter.com/Qg4GaD3UwM
— UNDISPUTED (@undisputed) April 5, 2024

Furthermore, Skip praised Bronny’s “unique talent” and said he was sure “The King” would find a way to include him in plays, comparing it to how he used Austin Reaves . It remains to be seen how the 2024 NBA Draft unfolds for Bronny James in June.

This article first appeared on FirstSportz and was syndicated with permission.

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