Bronny James sets up father LeBron in Lakers win

During a high-energy matchup between the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors, Bronny James achieved a historic moment by delivering the first son-to-father assist in NBA history. The 19-year-old managed to retrieve the ball and pass it to his father, LeBron, who swiftly sprinted down the court for a powerful, uncontested dunk. This play contributed to LeBron’s 26-point game, highlighting the dynamic partnership between father and son. The Lakers secured a decisive 119-103 victory over their state rivals, with Bronny adding 10 points and three assists to the tally.

Earlier in the season, the duo had already made history against the Brooklyn Nets, recording the first father-to-son assist in a game. LeBron’s performance extended beyond that, as he tallied 11 assists in the win. The Lakers’ strong showing places them fourth in the Eastern Conference standings, while the Warriors remain in 10th, both teams having clinched post-season spots starting on 18 April.

In other action, the New York Knicks edged out the Boston Celtics 112-106, with Josh Hart leading the charge for 26 points. This result intensifies competition in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, the Toronto Raptors and Houston Rockets also secured crucial wins, defeating the Miami Heat 128-114 and Philadelphia 76ers 113-102 respectively, bolstering their play-off prospects.

Games involving teams already out of contention saw the Chicago Bulls overcome the Washington Wizards 119-108, while the Indiana Pacers routed the Brooklyn Nets 123-94. The WNBA’s expansion plans are set to grow, with new franchises in Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia approved. These additions will raise the league’s total teams to 18 by 2030, with Cleveland debuting in 2028 and Detroit and Philadelphia following in subsequent years. The current expansion includes the Golden State Valkyries, who joined in 2025, and the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire, scheduled to enter this year.

The 2024 WNBA season kicks off on 8 May, with the regular campaign concluding on 24 September. This expansion marks a significant step in the league’s growth, aiming to broaden its reach and fan base across the United States.