Bronny James will begin odd Lakers assignment with G League debut expected Saturday: report

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The Los Angeles Lakers made sure the historic pairing of LeBron and Bronny James happened quickly this season. 

What the Lakers would do with Bronny after that was an open question, but there’s now some clarity on that front. And it’s something you rarely see with rookies in need of development. 

The Lakers announced Thursday that Bronny was assigned to their G League affiliate, South Bay, where he is expected to make his debut in the developmental league Saturday against Salt Lake City, according to ESPN. 

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LeBron James (23) and Bronny James (9) of the Los Angeles Lakers on defense during the second quarter against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Crypto.com Arena Oct. 22, 2024, in Los Angeles.  (Harry How/Getty Images)

However, Bronny isn’t expected to remain in the G League for the rest of the campaign. ESPN added that the plan is for him to only play in the team’s home games. 

Bronny will be shuttling between the NBA and G League as the team "manages his time on the respective rosters," ESPN added. 

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So, with the Lakers playing the Philadelphia 76ers at home Friday, James will be on the roster. Then, he will rejoin South Bay Saturday for his expected debut, a trend that is expected to continue for the time being. 

ESPN reported at the beginning of the NBA regular season that the Lakers would have Bronny on the roster until Nov. 6, which would then spring the shuttle plan into action. 

That's always been the plan for Bronny since he was drafted.

"The plan for Bronny to move between the Lakers and