Lakers make Bronny James contract decision that could signal LeBron plans
Yahoo Sports • • sports
Key Points:
- The Los Angeles Lakers have fully guaranteed Bronny James' $2.2 million salary for the 2026-27 season, signaling their intention to keep him on the roster for now.
- Waiving Bronny would have saved the Lakers about $1 million, but they chose to retain him, indicating they want to remain in contention to re-sign LeBron James.
- Bronny has shown positive development since joining the NBA, and the Lakers have the option to keep him through the 2027-28 season at a relatively low cost.
- The decision to keep Bronny on the roster suggests the Lakers are leaving the door open for LeBron James to return, though his free agency plans remain uncertain.
