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Detailed Comparison of Bryce vs. Bronny James
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The basketball world continues to obsess over the development of LeBron James's sons. With Bronny and Bryce James following different paths in their basketball careers, recent developments have emphasized the contrasting journeys of these two promising athletes.

Bronny James, the elder brother, garnered immense attention during his high school career at Sierra Canyon, where he showed steady improvement over his four years. As a senior, he posted impressive numbers, averaging 14.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, 2.4 assists, and 1.8 steals per game, leading to his selection as a McDonald's All-American.

However, Bronny's collegiate career at USC faced an unexpected challenge when he suffered cardiac arrest during a team workout. Despite this setback, he has shown resilience in his professional development. While his NBA statistics with the Los Angeles Lakers remain modest (to be kind), his performance in the G League has been noteworthy, averaging 14.7 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 4.2 assists through seven games with South Bay.

Meanwhile, Bryce James, standing 6'6", has recently committed to the University of Arizona, joining an already impressive 2025 recruiting class. Though his high school statistics may appear less prominent than his brother's, averaging 6.9 points and 2.2 rebounds with a 36.8% three-point shooting percentage, scouts have noted that his athleticism shows room for development. 

Although the brothers present very different athletic profiles, Bronny, at 6'2", has demonstrated more polished statistics and proven ability to perform under pressure, though his freshman year at USC saw him average just 4.8 points per game. Bryce, with his height advantage and promising shooting touch, shows raw potential that could translate well to the collegiate level.

LeBron James recently commented on Bronny's development, noting his son's increasing comfort level and mental recovery following his cardiac incident. "He's looking more and more comfortable... mentally he's starting to feel better after the incident. Everything is starting to come back in shape, to come back in form," James observed.

As both brothers progress in their careers - Bronny navigating professional basketball and Bryce preparing for his collegiate debut at Arizona - their different approaches to the game continue to evolve. While comparisons are inevitable, each appears positioned to forge his own unique legacy in basketball.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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