LeBron James Jokes Bronny James and NFL Star Are ‘Twins’ After Lakers' Win
LeBron James joked that Houston Texans star Will Anderson Jr. and his son Bronny James are 'twins' after a playful interaction during the Lakers' 98-78 win over the Rockets. The moment occurred when LeBron fell into the front row and was helped up by Anderson Jr., prompting lighthearted comments from the NBA star. LeBron praised Anderson Jr. as an outstanding football player while making the humorous comparison in a post-game interview.
- ▪LeBron James scored 28 points, eight assists, and seven rebounds in the Lakers' 98-78 victory over the Rockets.
- ▪After falling into the stands, Will Anderson Jr. helped LeBron up, leading to a friendly on-court interaction.
- ▪LeBron joked that Anderson Jr. and his son Bronny are twins, though they only share a physical resemblance.
- ▪Will Anderson Jr. is a two-time Pro Bowl selection and the highest-paid non-quarterback in the NFL.
- ▪Bronny James is still developing as an NBA player under his father's mentorship.
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By Matthew CoudenContributing WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.There have been some wild and cool interactions involving NBA players and celebrity fans during the postseason, including Friday night's viral moment with LeBron James.The Los Angeles Lakers finished off the Rockets in Houston, winning 98-78 behind 28 points, eight assists, and seven rebounds from King James. It was clear LeBron was ready to end this series and move on to the next one, based on his exerting his dominance to make a statement.And with LeBron often running full speed ahead towards the crowd after plays to the basket, that caused an interaction between the NBA and NFL worlds.
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