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LeBron James expresses gratitude for Bronny and USC medical staff

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 17, 2026, 4:00 AM

Last updated Jul 17, 2026

LeBron James expresses gratitude for Bronny and USC medical staff
Summary

During his speech at the TIME 100 gala, LeBron James highlighted the critical role of USC's medical staff in the recovery of his son, Bronny, who suffered a cardiac arrest in 2023. James praised the team's timely intervention and emphasized the importance of health devices in preventing tragedies. Bronny, who attended USC, made a full recovery and was drafted 55th overall by the Los Angeles Lakers in 2024. The elder James confirmed he would not return to the Lakers, while Bronny remains under a fully guaranteed contract for the upcoming season.

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  • •LeBron James honored in TIME 100 for influence in sports
  • •James spoke about the life-saving actions of USC medical staff
  • •Bronny James had a cardiac arrest during a workout in 2023
  • •Bronny James was drafted by the Lakers in 2024 after recovery
  • •LeBron will not return to the Lakers; Bronny's contract is guaranteed
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  • 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — LeBron James shouts out Bronny, USC medical staff in TIME 100 speech
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LeBron James stresses the importance of health and cardiovascular devices which ultimately saved his son, Bronny, in 2023.

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