Lakers Take Decision Over Bronny James as He Announces Personal Task From JJ Redick Bronny James’ absence from South Bay’s lineup sparks quiet curiosity, as his focus appears tied to a bigger goal und

While LeBron James fans keep refreshing feeds to see if the King will show up for a G-League training run or wait for the main roster’s return from their five-day road trip, a different “James” has slipped into the headlines. This time, it’s Bronny James . The South Bay Lakers have officially locked in their 2025–26 opening-night roster under second-year coach Zach Guthrie. The squad tips off their season tonight at the UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo, facing the Valley Suns, and yes, everyone’s eyes were scanning the roster for James Jr.’s name.

ESPN’s Dave McMenamin cleared the air on X, confirming what the Lakers have decided regarding Bronny, and no, the G-League buzz wasn’t it. McMenamin dropped the official South Bay Lakers roster, stacked with names like two-way players