In Windhorst’s opinion, the Lakers’ treatment of James, the son of superstar LeBron James, has "gone too far." "Honestly, I know he was getting somewhat special treatment and nepotism.

Jason Whitlock minced no words when he blamed LeBron James after his son Bronny was name-dropped on SNL earlier.

The Los Angeles Lakers came under fire during the offseason and at the start of the 2024-25 regular season for their decision to draft--and play--Bronny James, son of NBA great LeBron James.