Bronny James' rookie season with the Los Angeles Lakers has been a rollercoaster, culminating in a learning experience rather than a breakout year. Selected 55th overall in the 2024 NBA Draft, Bronny played sparingly, appearing in only 27 games and averaging 2.3 points and 0.8 assists per game. His shooting struggles were evident, with a field goal percentage of just 31.3% and 28.1% from three-point range. Despite the challenges, he showed flashes of potential, notably a 17-point game against Milwaukee.

As the Lakers faced an early playoff exit against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Bronny's participation was limited, with no minutes logged in the postseason. Looking ahead, he expressed eagerness to participate in the NBA Summer League, aiming to build on his experiences from his rookie year and his time in the G League. Meanwhile, fellow rookie Dalton Knecht also made an impact, averaging 9.1 points across 78 games.