LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers suffered another tough loss on the road, falling 131-114 to the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. This marked the Lakers’ second consecutive defeat, dropping their record to 4-4 just weeks into the new NBA season. The game started competitively, with the Lakers holding strong until late in the third quarter, but Memphis quickly took control, pushing Los Angeles out of reach.
It was a challenging night all around for the Lakers, who were missing Anthony Davis due to injury, leaving LeBron to shoulder much of the load. Despite a valiant effort from LeBron and his squad, the Grizzlies’ relentless pace wore them down. As the clock wound down, with just over four minutes left in the game, head coach JJ Redick opted to give some of his bench players time on the floor, including a young rookie whose last name needs no introduction-Bronny James.
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Entering for his fourth game appearance, Bronny was ready for his chance to show the crowd what he could do. Although the Lakers were down by a considerable margin, the buzz in the arena intensified as fans waited to see how the son of the NBA legend would perform. Unfortunately, what transpired was an unexpected moment that quickly became the talk of social media.
Just over a minute after stepping onto the court, Bronny found himself with the ball beyond the arc. He dribbled, positioned himself, and took a confident three-point shot-only to see it bounce hard off the corner where the rim and backboard meet. The resounding “thud” that followed wasn’t just an ordinary miss; it was a memorable brick that had fans reacting instantly. In a season already full of learning moments for the rookie, this one seemed destined to be unforgettable.
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Within moments, fans flooded social media,mocking the missed shot. “Bronny James just had maybe the loudest brick I’ve ever seen. Swear they turned the rim mic up,” one X user quipped. Others joined in, with comments like, “I heard that brick from Bronny all the way from my desk” and “That Bronny brick was loud asf.” As the reactions piled on, it became clear that Bronny’s miss had struck a chord far beyond the court.
For Bronny, the sequence wasn’t all misses. He managed to sink his first two free throws earlier in the game, tallying his first points in the NBA. But as a rookie learning the ropes, every on-court moment can be dissected, and it was the three-point misfire that captured everyone’s attention. The shot may not have gone as he hoped, but it’s a reminder that even with a famous last name, the NBA journey is never easy.
The Lakers’ struggles on this road trip haven’t been limited to Bronny’s rough moment. Despite a promising start to the season with three wins, they’ve hit some turbulence, now sitting at an even 4-4. While the road has proven challenging, especially without Davis, the team will soon have a chance to recalibrate as they return home to Crypto.com Arena for a three-game stand.
Awaiting them at home will be the Philadelphia 76ers, a matchup scheduled for Friday, Nov. 8. For now, Bronny’s miss is sure to be a memory he’ll look to leave behind as he learns and adapts to the professional level, likely with a bit of coaching from his father. And as the Lakers look to regain their early momentum, Bronny’s journey will remain a focal point for fans eager to see him carve out his own legacy in the NBA.
