LeBron James already has his name etched in NBA history alongside his oldest son Bronny, when, they played together in an official game back in 2024. Now whispers are growing that he might extend his career even further to play with his youngest son Bryce who is committed to play for the Arizona Wildcats in the NCAA for the 2025/26 season.
Rachel Nichols recently weighed in on the possibility on The Herd with Colin Cowherd. She said this could be one of LeBron’s ultimate bucket list goals before he retires for good.
“You’ve got his younger son Bryce who’s going to Arizona next year,” Nichols said. “And then potentially in the league the next year. There’s a lot of people who think he’s better than Bronny was at that age and maybe he’ll stick around.”
If LeBron can stay healthy and motivated playing with both sons on the Los Angeles Lakers could be sooner than we think.
How Luka Doncic Makes This Possible?
One of the biggest factors that will allow LeBron to extend his career, and possibly make room for Bryce, is Luka Doncic. The Slovenian superstar joined the Lakers in one of the most shocking trades in NBA history, swapping places with Anthony Davis. Since coming to LA, Doncic has fit in seamlessly and is averaging 28.2 points, 8.1 rebounds, 7.5 assists per game.
Doncic’s arrival hasn’t just added firepower to the Lakers’ offense; it’s also taken some pressure off LeBron. No longer the only one who has to carry the team, LeBron has been getting more rest minutes and days off. This could be huge in extending his career by easing the wear and tear on his knees and tired muscles.
As Nichols said, “What if because Luka’s on this team, LeBron can extend his career a few years? What if he gets two more?”
With Doncic shouldering most of the offense, LeBron can realistically play at a high level into his 40s, long enough to have Bryce on the roster.
Bryce James: The Next Big Thing?
Bronny made headlines as the first James to enter the NBA, but Bryce is considered the more talented of the two, at least for now. Scouts rave about his athleticism, skill set and basketball IQ and say he could be a top prospect like his dad.
After committing to Arizona for the 2025/26 season, Bryce will likely declare for the NBA draft shortly after. If the Lakers can get his rights through the draft or trade, the stage would be set for a family affair on the court.
Will the James Trio Make History?
The idea of LeBron, Bronny and Bryce on the court together sounds crazy but given LeBron’s determination and longevity, it’s not impossible. At 41 years old, LeBron is still defying Father Time and proving age is just a number when you’re as driven as he is.
For now, we’ll be watching Bryce at Arizona and how long LeBron plays. If everything falls into place, the right draft picks, good team chemistry and health—it could be the James trio in Lakers jerseys soon.
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