Bronny James already an ‘NBA-caliber defender,’ claims insider after talking to teams

Bronny James has recently entered both the NBA Draft and the transfer portal while maintaining his college eligibility. The 19-year-old aims to enter the Draft after completing his freshman year in college. Joining the USJ Trojans just a year ago, James had high expectations for his freshman season, but unfortunately, it didn’t unfold as planned.

James Jr. averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while playing 20 minutes a game. Basketball fans did expect more from Bronny, but it was only his first season, and it does take time to adapt. Following his decision to enter the NBA Draft, NBA Insider, Shams Charania had some positive words for the teen’s decision.

When I talk to NBA teams, there's a clear consensus that as a defender he's already at that caliber of an NBA defender. We know about his basketball IQ as well, honestly great genes there. But shooting, offensive game, ball handling, I think those are all things that scouts, evaluators will keep an eye on as he goes to the pre-draft process. Shams Charania on his recent appearance on ‘Run It Back’

Bronny’s Draft class is already highly competitive. While James Jr. may be a great defender, his other attributes would play a crucial role in deciding his luck in the draft. So far his projected pick is across the first 40 players.