Kwame Brown, former No. 1 overall pick and outspoken basketball personality, recently offered a critical take on Bronny James, the son of NBA superstar LeBron James, as Bronny begins his career with the Los Angeles Lakers on an episode of ‘Swish Cultures’ podcast. Brown, known for his unfiltered opinions, didn’t hold back when discussing the younger James’ potential and the challenges he believes Bronny will face in carving out a successful NBA career.
“This is the travesty that people are not realizing. They’re acting like the 55th pick ain’t nothing. But don’t you think the kid from NC State, who is a proven double-double monster, could have been a project?”
“Lose a little weight — this kid is a monster. What’s his name, the center for NC State? DJ Burns. How can you make a case for Bronny James, a guy that had a heart issue, that hadn’t proven anything, against a guy that went to a good school and put up numbers against everybody?”
“But I see a guy who’s athletic that needs to learn how to cut and slash more until he gets more comfortable with shooting. If he doesn’t learn how to play the point guard, I don’t think he’s as strong as David Wesley.”
“At his size — 6’1, 6’2 — he’s the only guy that I’ve seen who could play that spot at the two. If he doesn’t learn how to bring the ball up, he’s going to be a poor man’s Juan Dixon. I think he’ll bounce around.”
“His daddy has enough power with Klutch Sports to keep him in the league, but after that, if he doesn’t learn how to play point, he’s gonna fizzle out.”
During a recent discussion, Brown addressed what he sees as the harsh reality for Bronny, calling his selection by the Lakers somewhat of a “travesty.” Brown pointed out that while Bronny was drafted late in the second round, there were other prospects with more proven track records, specifically referencing DJ Burns, a center from NC State who dominated at the college level.
Brown’s comments allude to the notion that Bronny’s selection was influenced more by his father’s legacy and connections than his actual performance on the court. Bronny’s college career at USC showed flashes of potential, but his time was cut short due to health concerns, leaving scouts and analysts unsure of his true NBA potential.
In contrast, players like Burns, who have shown consistent production at the collegiate level, may have been overlooked, according to Brown, in favor of the more marketable and high-profile James.
Brown went further, analyzing Bronny’s skill set and comparing him to former NBA players like David Wesley and Juan Dixon, implying that Bronny has a long road ahead to become a consistent contributor at the professional level.
He emphasized that without developing his playmaking abilities, Bronny could struggle to secure a long-term role in the league. Brown stressed that at Bronny’s height of 6’2″, he would need to become more adept at handling the ball and running an offense if he wants to stick in the NBA. Otherwise, Brown fears Bronny could become a “poor man’s Juan Dixon,” a reference to the former NBA player who had a solid, yet unspectacular career.
Despite his harsh critique, Brown acknowledged that Bronny’s father, LeBron James, and his connection to Klutch Sports could help prolong his career, at least in the short term. However, Brown expressed skepticism about Bronny’s long-term prospects if he doesn’t make significant improvements.
Kwame Brown’s take on Bronny James highlights the skepticism that some basketball insiders have about the younger James’ NBA future. While Bronny has undeniable athletic ability and a famous last name, Brown’s analysis points out the steep learning curve that lies ahead for him to make a lasting impact in the league.
Ultimately, whether or not Bronny can live up to the high expectations set for him remains to be seen, but as Brown suggests, he will need to work hard to earn his place beyond his family legacy.
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