When anyone thinks of the Los Angeles Lakers, they think of celebrity row and the countless legends who have graced the iconic Staples Center (now Crypto.com Arena). One of those iconic figures is rapper Snoop Dogg, a longtime supporter and fan of the Lakers.
Known for never shying away from sharing his thoughts, Snoop weighed in on Bronny James’ big-time performance during his road debut in the G-League on Thursday night with the South Bay Lakers.
James wasn’t originally expected to play in road games for the G-League team, but after recovering from a heel injury, he made it clear that he just wanted to play. The Lakers ultimately gave him the green light, and he responded in style, delivering a standout performance in Phoenix.
James dropped 30 points on 13-of-23 shooting in just 25 minutes of action, looking like the best version of himself. Many considered it a “breakout” performance, as it was easily his most impressive outing so far for the Lakers or during his time at USC.
However, Snoop Dogg had a different take on the matter and didn’t seem as supportive as he usually is when it comes to his Lakers.
“No such thing as a breakout in G-League.” Snoop Dogg said. Snoop said Bronny’s career-high 30 points ain’t nothin’ but a G thang
Bronny James was selected as the 55th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft after a challenging season with the USC Trojans. He suffered a cardiac arrest during the preseason of his freshman year, which caused him to miss a significant portion of the first half of the season.
Despite many believing he should return to college for another year, James opted to declare for the draft. In doing so, he made history alongside his father, LeBron James, becoming the first father-son duo to ever play together on an NBA court. However, despite the historic milestone, Bronny hasn’t seen much playing time with the Lakers since the opening games of the season.
The G-League, however, has become a prime opportunity for him to grow, showcase his skills, and prove what he’s capable of. Thursday night’s performance was a perfect example of what he can do when he has the ball in his hands and the chance to take 15-20+ shots. Yet, despite the promising display, Snoop Dogg remains unsatisfied with the young Bronny James following his G-League outing.
