During a thrilling high school basketball match held at USC’s Galen Center, the young and talented Bryce James, son of LeBron James, left the audience spellbound. Taking the court in the early moments of the Chosen1 Invitational game between Sierra Canyon and Coronado, Bryce displayed his exceptional skills while his adoring father and family observed closely from their courtside seats.
Bronny, the elder sibling of Bryce, made his comeback to the basketball court five months ago following a cardiac arrest. Although he had recently made his debut for USC, Bronny unfortunately couldn’t witness his brother’s performance as he was away with his team, competing against Auburn on a Sunday afternoon.
The Sierra Canyon team showcased their dominance in a recent game, as they secured a commanding 59-point victory. In Saturday night’s matchup against Coronado, Sierra Canyon took an early lead and emerged victorious with a final score of 83-55. Bryce James, a 6-4 shooting guard, played a key role in the team’s success, contributing three assists, eight points (including two shots from beyond the arc), and a 45% field goal percentage in just 21 minutes of gameplay.
The game took a significant turn during halftime, with Sierra Canyon holding a commanding 46-18 lead. Bryce Cofield, a junior wing, emerged as the top scorer, earning 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists. Thanks to their exceptional performance, Sierra Canyon now boasts a 10-1 record. They are now preparing to face Burroughs High School in the upcoming Santa Barbara Tournament.
Similar to his brother Bronny, Bryce James prefers to maintain a low profile during the recruiting process. However, college teams and scouts are becoming increasingly aware of his skills, particularly his impressive shooting ability and smooth moves around the basket. LeBron James, Bryce’s father, praises his son’s exceptional pocket passing skills, which he describes as top-notch.
LeBron James consistently expresses his love and support for his son’s basketball career, and he recently took to Instagram to share his excitement about Bryce’s talents. LeBron commended Bryce for his remarkable pocket pass, which he referred to as the “maximum pocket pass” and a move that even professionals struggle to execute. Bryce’s outstanding performance in Sierra Canyon’s recent victory earned him this recognition, although he had other noteworthy plays throughout the game.
Despite being only a junior, Bryce has already made a lasting impression on major college institutions. He has received offers from Ohio State and Duquesne, and USC has shown interest in him. Bryce is currently rated as a 3-star prospect by 247Sports, thanks to his promising skills, especially in passing and shooting.
LeBron James’ approval of his son’s abilities holds significant weight, as it comes from an accomplished expert in the field. As Bryce continues to play high school basketball, his already impressive skill set will undoubtedly continue to develop, setting the stage for a potential professional basketball career.