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Athletic

Terrific Defender

Solid Passer

Weaknesses:

Struggling Shooter

Poor Ball-Handle

Player Comparisons: Marcus Smart

Pros: Solid court awareness. Solid base when on ball D. Solid court presence.

Cons: Falls for fakes often, not an offensive threat. bites on hesi's.

Range: IDEK bc of Bron-Return to college. Age: Young Aura: 7/10

Notes: LBJ's son but not very similar, should return to salvage career.

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Career Stats

Points per game (PPG): 21.8 Assists per game (APG): 4.3 Rebounds per game (RPG): 5.7 Steals per game (SPG): 1.6 Blocks per game (BPG): 0.8 Field Goal Percentage (FG%): 48% Three-Point Percentage (3P%): 35% Free Throw Percentage (FT%): 78% Minutes per game (MPG): 31.4

4x All defensive Player comp - Marcus Smart but with HOPS!!!

Bronny James, a four-time All-Defensive player, caused a stir when he unexpectedly fell to the second round of the draft, shocking many fans. Initially known as an energetic rebounding guard, James transitioned into a 3-and-D player following injuries, leveraging his strengths combined with his father's, LeBron James, attributes.

Despite averaging an impressive 26 points per game, along with 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and 2 steals, Bronny James found himself unjustly robbed of All-Star appearances. His stellar performance on the court showcased his scoring prowess, defensive tenacity, and all-around contributions to his team's success. Despite his undeniable impact, the selection committee overlooked his accomplishments, leaving fans and analysts baffled by the omission of such a standout player from the All-Star roster. Nevertheless, James continued to elevate his game, proving his worth and cementing his status as one of the league's premier talents, even in the face of unjust snubs.

With solid positional size standing at 6-4 and 210 pounds, James emerged as a reliable two-way guard, renowned for his intelligence on defense, playmaking prowess, solid three-point shooting, and vocal leadership. As a tenacious on-ball defender, he utilized his quick hands and feet, alongside physicality and instincts, to disrupt opposing ball handlers and excel in stealing passes and deflecting shots.

Furthermore, James showcased above-average rebounding for his position, often igniting fast breaks with his transition play. His court vision and decision-making were likened to that of a seasoned veteran, allowing him to seamlessly orchestrate pick-and-roll plays and deliver pinpoint passes to teammates.

Despite these strengths, James faced criticism for inconsistency and a lack of assertiveness as a scorer, with fluctuations in his performance from game to game. While he demonstrated proficiency as a ball handler, there were concerns about his ability to create separation and develop go-to moves as a shot creator.

Moving forward, James' ability to improve his shooting consistency, especially from beyond the arc, and diversify his scoring repertoire will be critical in solidifying his standing as a top prospect. Nevertheless, his potential as a versatile defender and playmaker remained undeniable, offering glimpses of promise for his future in the league.

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Offensive Grades (Adds up to 100)

• Ball Handling

• Playmaking

• Passing

• Offensive Rebounding

• Interior Shooting

• Perimeter Shooting

• Offensive Positioning

Defensive Grades (Adds up to 100)

• Interior Defending

• Perimeter Defending

• Defensive Positioing

• Defensive Rebounding

• On-Ball Defense

• Off-Ball Defense

• PnR Defense

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• Athleticism

• Size

• Strength

• Basketball IQ

• Speed/Agility

Pro Comparison: Gary Harris

++Strengths:++

1. Tenacious on-ball defender with quick hands and feet

2. Off-ball he does a great job of anticipating passes for steals

3. Above an average rebounder for his position and pushes the pace in transition

4. He's a good leader in the pick-and-roll who makes the right read

5. Good distributer / passer

6. Has shown growth shooting the 3 off the catch

++Weaknesses:++

1. Biggest weakness is inconsistency

2. Not an assertive scorer and fails to create space from his defenders

3. Reliable ball handler but lacks creativity as a handler

4. Consistency off the catch as a 3-point shooter is one of his biggest what-ifs