Report: Bronny won't join the 76ers! Media shares a photoshopped image of father-son matchup: LeBron stepping over his son to reenact a classic moment

On July 29, Beijing time, according to ESPN reporter Ramona Shelburne, the agent for Bronny and LeBron, Rich Paul, stated unequivocally: Bronny and his father James are not tied together, and there is no plan at this time for the father-son duo to reunite in Philadelphia.

This means that in the new season, the James father and son may go from teammates to opponents. The media shared a photoshopped image of the two facing off, joking that Allen Iverson's famous step-over over Tyronn Lue could be recreated by LeBron and Bronny.

Bronny has just finished his second season with the Lakers, and there has been ongoing speculation in the basketball world: Will he follow his father to Philadelphia? Could Bronny be traded by the Lakers?

The Lakers recently converted Bronny's contract for the next season to a fully guaranteed deal. This four-year contract was signed in 2024, with the upcoming season being the third year. Bronny's salary is $2.3 million, and the Lakers hold a team option for the fourth year (2027-28 season).

It is reported that the Lakers' front office is supportive of Bronny. Compared to his rookie season, Bronny received more playing time last season, reflecting the growing trust from head coach JJ Redick. Redick previously commented on Bronny: "He has shown significant improvement, and the coaching staff has confidence in him."

In the 2024-25 rookie season, Bronny played in 27 regular-season games, averaging 6.7 minutes per game and scoring 2.3 points. In the just-completed second season, his regular-season appearances increased to 42 games, with averages of 2.9 points and 1.2 assists per game.

Lakers broadcast analyst Michael Thompson said on ESPN LA radio: "I'm pretty sure Bronny wants to stay in L.A. and play. ... My take is to keep him and let him carve his own path. He's already an adult. I believe he has the ability to have a long-term career in the league."

In his rookie season, Bronny played only two playoff games, totaling four minutes with no stable stats. After moving to his second year, he appeared in eight playoff games, averaging 5.3 minutes, 1.5 points, and one assist per game.

The USC product did not represent the Lakers in the NBA Summer League this month, but he was spotted at the team's camp in Las Vegas.

Lakers' current roster rotation list (16 players)

Point guards: Luka Doncic, Collin Sexton, Jaden Hardy, Bronny James

Shooting guards: Austin Reaves, Jordan Clark, Matisse Thybulle

Small forwards: Josh Green, Jake LaRavia, Ziaire Williams, Dalton Knecht

Power forwards: Sandro Mamukelashvili, Jarred Vanderbilt, Dylan Disu

Centers: Walker Kessler, Kevon Looney