Bronny James makes his feelings clear after career night highlighted by internet-breaking poster dunk: "Grateful for everything that was given to me"

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Bronny James makes his feelings clear after career night highlighted by internet-breaking poster dunk: "Grateful for everything that was given to me" (Image Source: Getty)

Bronny James delivered a standout performance on Friday, leading the South Bay Lakers to an impressive 122-110 win over the Rip City Remix in an NBA G League game. LeBron James' son shone on both ends of the court, showcasing confidence and decisiveness in his offensive play.

The Lakers rookie displayed a complete offensive arsenal, whether driving hard into the paint for layups or knocking down shots from the perimeter. However, it was his athleticism that stole the show, highlighted by two electrifying dunks, one of which was a jaw-dropping poster dunk that sent fans into a frenzy and broke the internet.

After his career-best performance, the former USC guard spoke openly, emphasizing his determination to learn and grow with every opportunity.

"I'm just trying to get my confidence back, that's all," Bronny said in the postgame interview. "I'm just trying to go out, play my game, learn from every game, while I'm not playing in the G, learning from the Lakers, learning from my vets, and just keep trying to be myself. That's been working recently, so I'm happy with my results right now."

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Bronny James delivered a stellar performance from start to finish, showcasing his poise and confidence throughout the game. He stepped up in the fourth quarter, taking charge during clutch moments and scoring an impressive 13 points in the final period alone.

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The former Sierra Canyon guard concluded the game with an outstanding stat line of 31 points (career-high), two rebounds, three assists and two steals. He shot 10 of 22 from the field, including an efficient 5 of 11 from beyond the arc, capping off a remarkable outing.

Bronny James expresses gratitude after stellar outing in G League

Bronny James has faced significant scrutiny since being selected by the Lakers as the 55th overall pick. Early on, the young guard appeared out of sync in his initial NBA and G League appearances, struggling to find his rhythm and showcase his skills.

However, over the past month, the 6-foot-3 guard has shown remarkable improvement with the South Bay Lakers. Steady performances have helped him regain his confidence and establish his footing on the court.

LeBron James' son also shared his gratitude for the opportunity to play basketball, emphasizing that he is cherishing every moment of the journey.

"I am having fun," Bronny stated. "Any time I'm playing basketball, any time I'm out here breathing, any time I'm out here walking, I'm having fun. I'm grateful for everything that was given to me."

Bronny has appeared in the Lakers' last three games, all of which were lopsided contests. While one ended in a blowout loss to the Clippers, the other two were dominant victories over the Washington Wizards and Boston Celtics.

The rookie logged two minutes of playing time against both the Clippers and Wizards and saw four minutes of action in the game against the Celtics.

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