Feb 4, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) controls the ball against Los Angeles Clippers forward Drew Eubanks (15) during the second half at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

'It’s Just Good for My Head' – Los Angeles Lakers’ Bronny James Gets 100% Honest on Dealing With Criticism

Originally posted on Hardwood Heroics | By Jordan Samar | Last updated Oct 2, 2025 11:48 PM ET

Bronny James told reporters on the Los Angeles Lakers’ Media Day that the criticism he received in his rookie year has helped him grow as a player and as a person.

As he enters his second year with the Los Angeles Lakers, James plans to keep on working on his game and hopefully earn more playing time along the way under head coach JJ Redick.

“I think it’s great for me and my mind to just push through the criticism and everything that was thrown my way,” James said. “Just to see the growth and skill develop as a player while being scrutinized and stuff like that, I think it’s just good for my head. It’s allowed me to keep going and pushing through.”

Nov 1, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James (9) looks for a pass as Toronto Raptors guard Ja’Kobe Walter (14) defends during the second half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

“There’s still the guys that are playing ahead of me right now, so I’m just ready to take advantage of any opportunity that he gives me. Whether that role is staying in the same place, I’m just ready to go out there and play and provide for them and produce for my team,” he added.

Los Angeles Lakers News: Bronny James reacts to dad’s astounding NBA longevity

LeBron James is about to play his 23rd season in the NBA, and his son Bronny is amazed by the fact that his father is still playing professional basketball at 40.

Nov 1, 2024; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (left) and guard Bronny James (right) during warm up before a game agaonst the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images

Speaking with Spectrum SportsNet as part of the team’s Media Day on Monday, the younger James shared his thoughts on his father’s longevity.

“I’m just as surprised as everyone else,” James said. “I don’t know how he’s doing it. It’s just crazy to be a part of that. And I’ve literally been here for the start.”