LeBron James says Bronny is already better than some NBA players — here is how the future USC player is moving out of dad's shadow

Cork GainesMay 9, 2023, 01:27 IST

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Bronny James has chosen to play college basketball close to home at USC.
LeBron has declared that his son is already better than some players in the NBA.
Bronny also has a fabulous life off the court that includes several endorsement deals and some big advantages over other high school kids.

Bronny James will be staying close to home for college and keeping it in the family.

The eldest son of NBA legend LeBron James announced on Instagram that he is committed to playing basketball at USC.

The decision keeps Bronny close to his Los Angeles home and also keeps him in the Nike family. LeBron has a lifetime contract with the shoe and lifestyle brand and Bronny has already signed an NIL deal with Nike.

This is just the latest move in the fabulous life of a teenager that now appears to be destined for NBA stardom.

Bronny's dad, LeBron James, is one of the most accomplished players in NBA history.

Michael Jordan and LeBron James.Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images

LeBron is also one of the wealthiest athletes ever.

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Bronny is oldest of three children.

Bronny, whose real name is LeBron James Jr., is turning into quite the ballplayer himself.

LeBron James wants to play with Bronny.Jay LaPrete/AP Images

One school notably absent from Bronny's list is Duke.

Mike Krzyzewski and LeBron James.Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images

Bronny eventually chose to stay close to home, picking USC.

LeBron has said that it's his goal to play in the NBA with his son.

LeBron and Bronny James.Photo by Getty Images

LeBron recently declared that his son is already better than some NBA players.

Bronny and Bryce recently faced off against Carmelo Anthony's son.

Bryce James, LeBron James, Bronny James, Carmelo Anthony and Kiyan Anthony pose together at the Sierra Canyon vs Christ The King boys basketball game at Sierra Canyon High School.Cassy Athena/Getty Images

Bronny might only be the second-best James prospect.

According to scouts, Bronny shows flashes of scoring brilliance, but he's a defensive specialist.

But a more recent projection is saying he could be a Top 10 pick in the draft.

The sons could give LeBron bragging rights over Michael Jordan.

Marcus Jordan (left) and Jeff Jordan, the sons of Michael Jordan.Getty Images

Both sons have already been on the cover of Sports Illustrated.

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Bronny also followed in his dad's footsteps by being named a McDonald's All-American.

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Bronny has a pretty fabulous life.

There are also shopping trips with mom.

The biggest advantage is the driveway.

Or working on drills in the gym with the old man.

He is also cashing in on the new NIL landscape.

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Bronny is said to have the highest NIL value among athletes.

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He is bringing in other endorsement money also.

He is also promoting Beats by Dre, like his dad.

And he was featured in recent promotional material for the new movie "Fast X."

And even has his own line of signature underwear.

At the end of the day, it is about basketball and his future.

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LeBron James says Bronny is already better than some NBA players &mdash; here is how the future USC player is moving out of dad's shadow