In a stunning and unexpected development, Bronny James, the son of NBA legend LeBron James, has officially announced his retirement from professional basketball. The 20-year-old guard, who was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers and briefly played alongside his father, made the announcement through a statement released early Tuesday morning. The decision marks a sudden halt to what many expected would be a promising career in the NBA.
Bronny, whose real name is LeBron James Jr., cited personal health concerns and a desire to explore other passions outside of basketball as the primary reasons behind his decision. “After deep conversations with my family, doctors, and close mentors, I’ve made the difficult decision to step away from the game I’ve loved my entire life,” he said. “This is not the end of my journey, just a new chapter.”
His journey to the NBA was closely followed from a young age, as he played high school basketball at Sierra
