‘Make-a-Swish’ kid Bronny James compared to Kamala Harris’ running mate after celebrating first NBA points
Bronny James trolled by Analyst Jason Whitlock with Tim Walz comparisons following James' first points in the NBA.
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Bronny James trolled by Jason Whitlock with Tim Walz comparison
Bronny James has been the butt of constant criticism ever since he started playing basketball professionally. However, the criticism against the 20-year-old was exacerbated after the Los Angeles Lakers drafted him with the 55th pick in the NBA Draft. Now, James is under fire once again after Columnist Jason Whitlock’s wild political comparison to James’ first NBA points.
Whitlock took to social media platform X to start the mud-slinging following Bronny James’ first NBA points. Reports emerged of James taking home the net from the Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse to commemorate his first bucket in the league. Following this, Whitlock called James a ‘Make-a-Swish’ kid, comparing him to the Democrat Vice-Presidential nominee Tim Walz.
While it is common for players to take home the game ball after scoring their first NBA points, taking home the net from an arena is a gesture normally reserved for championship celebrations. Whitlock trolled Bronny James, calling the Cavaliers’ gesture of gifting the net to James similar to a ‘Make-a-Wish’ charitable gesture.
Bronny "Make-a-Swish" James is the Tim Walz of the NBA. #StolenValor
— Jason Whitlock (@WhitlockJason) October 31, 2024
If you really belonged, you wouldn't do this. https://t.co/L6lBCdD0Us
Whitlock’s comparison of Bronny James to Kamala Harris’ running mate, Tim Walz, stems from his political stance. Whitlock has been an ardent supporter of Kamala Harris’ opponent, Donald Trump, prompting his dig at Walz through his criticism of Bronny James. The constant trolling from Whitlock and his views have often made him a controversial figure in sports media.
Bronny James shows love to hometown after first NBA bucket
Bronny James was presented with the perfect opportunity on Wednesday night. As the Los Angeles Lakers took on the Cleveland Cavaliers, James saw the opportunity to play in front of his hometown. The 20-year-old was born in Akron, Ohio.
He was met with a standing ovation from the home crowd upon checking into the game late in the fourth quarter. After scoring his first bucket in front of a supportive crowd, Bronny James addressed the support from Cleveland fans in his postgame presser.
It was insane. Much more than I anticipated for sure. But it’s all love. It was insane. It was a nice moment. The chants really got me. I was straight-faced, but I felt it and it felt really good, especially coming from here.
Bronny James told reporters
Although James Jr. entered the game once its fate was already sealed, he put up a solid performance. He finished the game with 2 points, 2 assists and a steal, continuing to show flashes of his defensive ability. LeBron James also addressed the immense pressure on the shoulders of his son, Bronny James. The 39-year-old has been supportive of his son’s journey so far.
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