From Criticism to Praise: Stephen A. Smith Sees Potential in Bronny James

Renowned North American journalist and television host **Stephen A. Smith**, who previously critiqued 20-year-old **Bronny James**, the guard for the Los Angeles Lakers, commented on the record-setting performance of **LeBron James’** son against the **Milwaukee Bucks** (89-118). Earlier in March, LeBron had a public dispute with Smith during a game due to the journalist’s comments about Bronny.

«I was truly impressed. I was really struck by the noticeable increase in his confidence and composure. It seemed as if everything that happened before didn’t faze him at all. He no longer looked as anxious as he did in prior performances on the court. Bronny appeared to be someone who owned the moment.

Now, let me paint a picture for you. I might have been mistaken. Are you listening, LeBron James? Are you paying attention, James family? What about you, Rich Paul? From the very beginning, I believed that Bronny should spend his first year in the Development League. Let him play in the G League for that initial season, and then come back, because I’ve always thought this kid has great potential.

However, what I witnessed made me pause and reconsider. He keeps showing up and improving more and more. JJ Redick and his team are clearly doing an outstanding job in training him,» stated Stephen A. Smith as reported by Sports Illustrated.