Los Angeles Lakers fans react to Bronny James’ statement

The Los Angeles Lakers will open the preseason on Friday night when they host Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

While it’s preseason, fans have a chance to see first-time head coach JJ Redick (and possibly Bronny James in his debut).

Bronny met with reporters before the game and made a statement that many fans reacted to on social media (h/t Jovan Buha of The Athletic).

Bronny talks about Redick: “He’s been a great coach so far. The atmosphere in the facility has been great so far. I feel like the mood is even better compared to last year, from what I heard.”

Many fans reacted to his statement.

Via @LakersLead: “Everyone is roasting Darvin, even those who didn’t play last season 💀”

About @Justin21LAL: “From what I heard, I wonder who he heard it from.”

Via @mittbaby23: “LeBron came home and told this man how bad Darvin was 😭😭”

Via @HPbasketball: “A really bad habit of the Lakers, blaming players who are no longer there. But that could just be a newbie who isn’t used to the media side, although that’s honest.”

Via @Lakerstracker: “From what I’ve heard.” I wonder what stories Bron told at the dinner table. 😂”

Bronny was the 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft after playing one season of college basketball for the USC Trojans.

The Lakers will play their first game of the season on October 22nd when they host the Timberwolves in Los Angeles.