The Los Angeles Lakers celebrated their future on August 2, when Luka Doncic signed a three-year, $165 million extension to consolidate his face.
Most of the Lakers’ rosters were in the star’s press conference, but two names were missing: LeBron James and rookie defender Brownie James.
Most of the Lakers’ rosters support Luka’s announcement of his new Max contract here. pic.twitter.com/ihdqa4p9hb
— Rachel Nichols (@rachel__nichols) August 2, 2025
LeBron reportedly congratulated Donce on his face, but his son was absent from criticism from longtime broadcaster Dan Patrick.
Report: LeBron James @thesteinline pic.twitter.com/9dm51ynmbb
– Daily Lakers (@lakersdailycom) August 3, 2025
“I think the person who should go is his son,” Patrick said in a performance by Dan Patrick. “Bronny James, if he wants to stay longer after LeBron left, like your teammates. That’s amazing. Bronny James should have been there. You’re the last guy on the roster, you should be there. I mean, that’s what you said, “Dad, that’s my teammate.” ”
“Browny James should have been there. You’re the last guy on the list, you should be there.”
– DP has clearly missed his new contract from Luka Dončić’s press conference. pic.twitter.com/v8kljeddct
— Dan Patrick performance (@dpshow) August 4, 2025
Patrick’s criticism came after Bronny’s first NBA season, where he played in 27 games, averaged 2.3 points, 0.7 rebounds and 0.8 assists while allocating time between the Lakers and their G League branch. The 20-year-old is still fighting for a long-term role in the league, selected in the second round of 2024.
It is worth noting that another key Laker Austin Reaves also missed Doncic’s press conference as his signature shoes took a promotional trip.
It seems like Brownie and LeBron have some golf participation.
LeBron and Brownie play golf course today⛳️ pic.twitter.com/ydsl6sidkb
– bronupdates (@bronupdates) August 3, 2025
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