Bronny James is set to have his first private workout with a team ahead of the 2024 NBA Draft, with the Phoenix Suns being one of the few teams he is expected to visit. The Suns have made a significant jump in the odds to land James, currently holding the third-best odds to select him. While the Los Angeles Lakers are still considered the favorites to draft James, the Suns are said to be considering selecting him with the 22nd overall pick in the draft, which may come as a surprise to some as most mock drafts have him going later in the draft.
The Lakers are in a unique situation with their draft picks, as the New Orleans Pelicans have until June 1 to decide whether they want the Lakers’ first-round pick in the 2024 draft or the 2025 draft. If the Pelicans choose not to take the Lakers’ pick this year, Los Angeles would have the 17th overall pick. The Lakers’ only other pick in the draft is the 55th selection, making their draft strategy uncertain. Meanwhile, the Suns may need to use their first-round pick to secure James, as they do not hold a second-round pick in this year’s draft due to tampering violations.
Despite some doubts about his readiness for NBA competition, Bronny James has continually shown promise and has been medically cleared to play in the league. He recently participated in the NBA Draft Combine, where he received mostly positive reviews. While he only played in 25 games last season and averaged 4.8 points and 2.1 assists per game, his potential has garnered attention and he may soon have the opportunity to prove his skeptics wrong. James has declared for the draft and intends to stay in it, increasing the likelihood that he will be selected.
Several teams have shown interest in James ahead of the draft, with over 10 teams extending invitations for workouts. However, James is expected to only visit a few teams, with the Suns being among those selected. The odds for which team will draft James in the 2024 NBA Draft feature the Lakers as the favorites, followed by the Utah Jazz and the Suns. The draft odds for James vary across different teams, presenting an uncertain landscape for where he may end up, should he impress teams during the workout and scouting process.
As the draft approaches, fans and analysts alike are keeping a close eye on Bronny James and his journey to the NBA. With his talent and pedigree as the son of LeBron James, there is sure to be heightened interest in his draft prospects and performance. Stay tuned for updates on James’ workouts, draft position, and potential landing spot as the 2024 NBA Draft draws near, and get the latest news and odds on the NBA, LeBron, and Bronny from FOX Sports and other sources covering the National Basketball Association.
