Bronny James advised to retire following LeBron James' Lakers exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 5, 2026, 2:44 AM
Last updated Jul 5, 2026
With LeBron James departing from the Los Angeles Lakers as a free agent, some analysts suggest that his son, Bronny James, should also consider retirement. Rob Parker, a veteran media analyst, stated on Fox Sports Radio that Bronny's minimal impact—averaging 2.9 points, 1.2 assists, and 0.5 rebounds in the last season—makes him expendable. Parker proposes the Lakers buy out Bronny's upcoming contract to clear roster space, although some co-hosts emphasized the value of retaining young talent. Bronny's current contract was guaranteed for $2.3 million for the 2026–27 season as of June 29, 2026, further complicating the discussion about his future.
- •LeBron James is now an unrestricted free agent.
- •Bronny averaged only 2.9 points per game last season.
- •Rob Parker suggests Bronny should retire; others disagree.
- •Lakers guaranteed Bronny's $2.3 million contract for 2026–27.
- •Analysts discuss implications of roster changes on Bronny's career.
- 2:44 AMYahoo Sports — "Give Him the Money to Go Away": Bronny James Told to Retire After LeBron James' Lakers Exit
"LeBron James is gone, and according to one veteran media analyst, Bronny James’ NBA career should follow. With LeBron departing the Los Angeles Lakers as an unrestricted free agent, questions about his 21-year-old son’s future have moved from whispers to full volume.
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