Bronny James said it “felt normal” after breaking a former NBA All-Star’s ankles in a G-League showdown.
The South Bay Lakers guard produced one of his most discussed performances of the season against Victor Oladipo at the G League Winter Showcase.
The matchup carried added intrigue given Oladipo’s career résumé and previous playoff battles with LeBron James. Despite the attention surrounding the moment, Bronny kept his reaction understated.
Bronny delivers strong performance against Victor Oladipo
South Bay secured a 131-119 victory over the Wisconsin Herd, with Bronny recording 15 points, five assists and three rebounds. He shot 6-of-13 from the field and went 3-of-7 from three-point range.
Oladipo, a former NBA All-Star, finished with 19 points, four rebounds, and three assists while shooting 8-of-18. His presence elevated the spotlight on the contest.
A crossover move by Bronny that sent Oladipo stumbling quickly gained traction online. The highlight fueled conversation given Oladipo’s history of competing against LeBron in the playoffs.
Bronny downplays viral highlight
When asked whether facing a player of Oladipo’s stature added pressure, Bronny dismissed the idea. He made clear that he approached the matchup like any other game.
“Felt normal.. Just another player I’m playing, so normal.”
The comment reflects the steady mindset Bronny has tried to maintain during his development. Since joining South Bay, he has averaged 9.5 points, 3.8 rebounds and 4.7 assists across six appearances.
While the ankle-breaking clip generated widespread attention, Bronny’s poise against experienced competition may be the more meaningful takeaway.
His focus remains on growth as he continues balancing time between the G-League and the Lakers roster.
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