Bronny James, son of Lakers legend LeBron, declares for 2024 NBA Draft after just one season at USC – nine months on from suffering cardiac arrest during offseason training

Bronny James, son of Lakers superstar LeBron James, has declared for the NBA Draft, the 19-year-old announced Friday.

The 19-year-old freshman has declared for the draft after just one season as USC, during which he missed the first eight games after suffering from a sudden cardiac arrest in early July during the Trojans’ offseason workouts. 

Bronny will also enter the NCAA transfer portal to maintain his college eligibility, he revealed. 

The guard will work out for and visit NBA teams and make a draft decision depending on evaluation, according to Shams Charania. 

Whether Bronny will be taking to the court alongside his famous father in the NBA next year or still playing college hoops, his future will not lie in Southern California. 

He appeared to confirm that his time with the Trojans had come to an end as he thanked the school in his statement on Instagram. 

‘I’ve had a year with some ups and downs but all added to growth for me as a man, student and athlete,’ Bronny wrote. 

‘I’ve made the decision to enter the NBA Draft while maintaining my college eligibility, and will also be entering the NCAA transfer portal. 

‘Thank you to USC for an amazing Freshman year, and as always thankful for my family, friends, doctors, athletic trainers and fans for their support.’  

More to follow.