Overview

• He said, “I won’t wait for Bryce,” explaining that their schedules may not match.
• Bryce James, 18, is beginning his first college season in Tucson.
• James, 40, is set for a record 23rd NBA campaign and will turn 41 in December.
• He described himself as fully invested in playing this season while acknowledging uncertainty about his retirement timing.
• Last season he became the first NBA player to share a team with his son, as Bronny made 27 Lakers appearances and also played for the South Bay Lakers.