Bronny James has shown significantly more poise and confidence in this year's Summer League than he did last time around with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Bronny James showed flashes of potential during the 2025 NBA Summer League, opening with a strong performance in his California Classic debut by scoring 10 points, highlighted by a steal and dunk just seconds into the game.

The Lakers start strong, building a double-digit lead in the first half, but Golden State scores 30 points in the third quarter to take control of the game.

James could make the regular-season roster if LeBron uses his pull to persuade head coach J.J. Redick, but the father-son duo already made history last season, so the younger James will look to prove he is deserving of a roster spot on his own.

Following their California Classic opening loss to the Golden State Warriors, the Los Angeles Lakers were right back at it as they took on the Miami Heat.