USC Basketball: Fans Weigh In On Bronny James' First Game As A Trojan

USC Trojans freshman guard Bronny James, a four-star recruit out of Sierra Canyon in Chatsworth and the son of Los Angeles Lakers All-Star forward LeBron James, enjoyed a fairly modest debut with his new club just this past week, albeit while playing under a significant minutes restriction.

James had suffered a cardiac arrest during a workout at the Galen Center over the summer, and had struggled to return earlier this season as he recuperated. With the 5-4 USC struggling, his lack of availability on the perimeter defensively seemed to be a major hindrance.

He looked excellent on that end of the floor this week, although he chipped in a pretty modest stat line of four points, three rebounds, two assists, two steals and a block.

The biggest moment was James' chase down block, still his dad's signature defensive move. Fans were incredibly impressed:

CHASEDOWN BLOCK FROM BRONNY JAMES, OH MY!!!! pic.twitter.com/5liNrQu5Aq
— Italo Santana (@BulletClubIta) December 10, 2023

Draft expert Cory Tulaba offered an optimistic scout:

Excited for the college debut of Bronny James as USC takes on Long Beach St. Was impressed by what I saw in person from Bronny at the Nike Hoop Summit. Strong and physical with great feel, a smooth stroke, and impressive bounce. Has some Jalen Suggs to his game. pic.twitter.com/EMJEd2ZYWT
— NBA Draft Dude 🤙 (@CoreyTulaba) December 10, 2023

Another fan put things bluntly, noting that Bronny's hype may be optimistic.

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