Bronny James Struggles in NBA Summer League Debut Despite High Expectations

The son of LeBron James faced a tough shooting night as the Lakers fell to the Houston Rockets in Las Vegas.

Bronny James scored eight points on 3-of-14 shooting, missing all eight three-point attempts.
Despite offensive struggles, James showed strong defensive efforts with two steals and full-court pressure.
Lakers' first-round pick Dalton Knecht impressed with a team-high 25 points, six rebounds, and four assists.
Houston's Reed Sheppard shined, scoring 23 points and demonstrating impressive ball-handling and shooting.
James remains optimistic, focusing on his development and adjusting to the speed of professional play.