The Los Angeles Lakers have assigned guard Bronny James to their NBA G League affiliate, the Coachella Valley Lakers, the team announced Friday.
James, the 20-year-old son of Lakers superstar LeBron James, will join the G League squad for development opportunities. The assignment allows him to gain regular playing time in a professional environment while remaining under the Lakers' organization.
The move comes as part of the Lakers' player development plan for the 2026-27 season. James was selected by Los Angeles in the 2024 NBA Draft and has spent time with both the main roster and the G League affiliate.
Coachella Valley, based in Palm Desert, California, serves as the Lakers' official G League affiliate. The assignment is effective immediately.
