Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

NBA Legend Makes Feelings Clear About Bronny James

Originally posted on Fastbreak on SI | By Ben Stinar | Last updated Jun 13, 2025 7:02 PM ET

Bronny James is coming off a rookie year where he played limited NBA minutes.

That said, he was among the best players in the G League.

Recently, Boston Celtics legend (and Basketball Hall of Famer) Paul Pierce shared his thoughts on the 20-year-old guard potentially getting a spot in the rotation next season (via FS1's Speak).

Pierce: "I gotta see a little bit more from Bronny. When I watched him last year, he got better as the year went on. Obviously, he got a lot of experience in the G League... It's gotta be one thing you can hang your hat on. Every single night and I gotta see what's that gonna be for Bronny... Most guys at 6-2, they bring something dynamic... You only gotta be great at one thing.... That's what I'll be looking out for."

Pierce makes strong points about what Bronny needs to do in order to gain consistent minutes in JJ Redick's rotation.

Via NBA G League: "Bronny James’ rookie year in the G League was ELECTRIC!

At just 20 years old, he averaged 21.9 PPG, 5.2 RPG, and 5.4 APG last season with the @southbaylakers . In Laker wins, he shot 51% FG, 45% 3PT, and 88% FT."

Bronny James’ rookie year in the G League was ELECTRIC!

At just 20 years old, he averaged 21.9 PPG, 5.2 RPG, and 5.4 APG last season with the @southbaylakers. In Laker wins, he shot 51% FG, 45% 3PT, and 88% FT. pic.twitter.com/kxJTIWpdCW
— NBA G League (@nbagleague) June 9, 2025