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EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA – JULY 02: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers speaks with the media during a press conference at UCLA Health Training Center on July 02, 2024 in El Segundo, California. The Lakers selected Bronny James and Dalton Knecht in the 2024 NBA Draft. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

On Sunday afternoon, the Los Angeles Lakers played the New York Knicks (at home).

The Lakers (playing without LeBron James) won by a score of 110-97.

Luka Doncic led the way with 35 points, eight rebounds, four assists and two steals while shooting 11/25 from the field and 5/16 from three-point range in 38 minutes of playing time.

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GettyLOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – FEBRUARY 10: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against the San Antonio Spurs in the second half at Crypto.com Arena on February 10, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Before their victory over the Knicks, the Lakers had announced that they assigned Bronny James (and Adou Thiero) to the G League.

Both players have now been recalled back to the NBA.

Ryan Ward of Lakers OnSI wrote: “The Los Angeles Lakers have recalled guard Bronny James Jr. and forward Adou Thiero from the South Bay Lakers.”

The Los Angeles Lakers have recalled guard Bronny James Jr. and forward Adou Thiero from the South Bay Lakers.

Bronny In The G League

GettyEL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA – JULY 02: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers speaks with the media during a press conference at UCLA Health Training Center on July 02, 2024 in El Segundo, California. The Lakers selected Bronny James and Dalton Knecht in the 2024 NBA Draft. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Bronny finished Sunday’s G League game with 15 points, one rebound and two assists while shooting 4/8 from the field and 3/5 from three-point range in 25 minutes of playing time.

He is averaging 15.3 points, 3.0 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.4 steals per contest while shooting 53.6% from the field and 40.0% from three-point range in ten games (nine starts) this season.

John Devine wrote of Sunday’s G League game: “Charles Bassey produces 24 points and 10 rebounds in the Santa Cruz Warriors 113-104 loss to South Bay. Marques Bolden collects a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds, while Jacksen Moni finishes with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Bronny James has 15 for South Bay”

Charles Bassey produces 24 points and 10 rebounds in the Santa Cruz Warriors 113-104 loss to South Bay. Marques Bolden collects a double-double with 13 points and 12 rebounds, while Jacksen Moni finishes with 14 points and 11 rebounds. Bronny James has 15 for South Bay

Bronny In The NBA

GettyLAS VEGAS, NEVADA – JULY 12: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks on the court during a break in the second half of a 2025 NBA Summer League game against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Thomas & Mack Center on July 12, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)

Bronny (who was picked 55th in the 2024 NBA Draft) has had limited playing time in JJ Redick’s rotation.

Right now, he is averaging 2.1 points and 1.2 assists per contest while shooting 39.7% from the field and 41.4% from three-point range in 31 NBA games this season.

GettyPALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 03: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball during a game against the Phoenix Suns at Acrisure Arena on October 03, 2025 in Palm Springs, California. (Photo by Katharine Lotze/Getty Images)

Continuing to get playing time with South Bay will be significant for Bronny’s development as a pro guard.

He is only 21.

Looking Ahead For Los Angeles

GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – OCTOBER 05: Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers sits on the bench next to his father Lebron James #23 against the Golden State Warriors in the second half of a preseason NBA game at Chase Center on October 05, 2025 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

The Lakers are the fifth seed with a 39-25 record in 64 games.

They will host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night.

Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years. 

He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar

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