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Biography Flash: Bronny James Hits First NBA Three-Pointer as Lakers Trust Grows Amid Injury Crisis


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Bronny James has been right in the spotlight this week, becoming a key storyline for the Los Angeles Lakers and grabbing headlines for both his on-court growth and the ongoing debate over his NBA future. According to ClutchPoints, Bronny just hit his **first three-pointer of the 2025-26 NBA season** during the Lakers' hard-fought win against the Portland Trail Blazers, a game where injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves opened the door for his expanded minutes. He finished that contest with five points, one board, six assists, and a steal in 19 minutes, showcasing the trust coach JJ Redick has put in the young guard as the Lakers look to their bench for answers.

Bronny's recent run follows a standout defensive performance against the Miami Heat, punctuated by an energetic lob dunk that brought the house down. The Los Angeles Times notes that with Reaves and LeBron sidelined, Bronny’s been trusted in tight fourth-quarter situations both in Miami and Portland—delivering three steals in one, six assists with no turnovers in the other—cementing his role as a high-effort contributor. Notably, Bronny himself told the Times, “Ready to take advantage of the times that I get when our guys are out…I’m going to stay aggressive.” He’s also noted that he’s focused on “going out until I’m dead tired,” underscoring his commitment to carving out a real NBA rotation spot.

Statistically, as Fox Sports reports, Bronny is still adjusting: through five appearances he’s shooting just 18.2% from the field but flashing promise as a defensive pest and secondary playmaker—a fact echoed by LakeshowLife, which says he’s improved his point-five mentality, making better, quicker decisions and confidently taking open shots.

LakersNation highlights his offseason conditioning transformation, which has allowed him to play more minutes and hold up defensively, something both JJ Redick and veteran teammates Marcus Smart and Gabe Vincent are helping him refine. Off the court, his Lakers Media Day interview shows a much calmer and more confident Bronny reflecting on growth, embracing the dirty work, and crediting G-League stints for challenging him to improve.

Still, the national discourse is split. Marca underlines how Lakers fans continue to debate his performance and prospects, especially after a tough outing in the Lakers’ loss to OKC, as chronicled by Sportskeeda. But as Nick Wright recently quipped on BasketballNetwork, Bronny has been “slightly above average for a late second-round pick,” a sign that he’s earning respect.

Across social media, Bronny remains a trending topic, with highlight dunks, defensive plays, and the ever-present pressure of LeBron’s legacy sparking both praise and critique. He’s certainly far from a finished product, but the past few days have made it clear: the league, and the spotlight, aren’t leaving him alone.

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