Bronny James sets up father LeBron in Lakers win
Bronny James sets up father LeBron in Lakers win
Bronny James, 19, achieved a historic milestone during the Los Angeles Lakers’ 119-103 victory over the Golden State Warriors. The moment came when he passed to his father, LeBron, who then sprinted down the court for an uncontested dunk. This play marked the first son-to-father assist in NBA history, with LeBron contributing 26 points in the game.
Bronny’s assist was a standout moment in a matchup where the Lakers secured their fourth-place standing in the Western Conference, while the Warriors dropped to 10th. The win also saw LeBron tally 11 assists, alongside Bronny’s 10 points and three assists. The family dynamic continued to shine as the duo celebrated their first father-to-son assist in a game against the Brooklyn Nets last month.
Eastern Conference highlights
Meanwhile, in the Eastern Conference, the New York Knicks edged out the Boston Celtics 112-106, with Josh Hart scoring 26 points to challenge the Celtics’ position. The Knicks remain third in the standings, while the Celtics hold second, with two games left before the playoffs begin.
Elsewhere, the Toronto Raptors secured a 128-114 win over the Miami Heat, and the Houston Rockets triumphed 113-102 against the Philadelphia 76ers. These results bolstered their playoff hopes, while the Chicago Bulls and Indiana Pacers delivered dominant performances, defeating the Washington Wizards 119-108 and the Brooklyn Nets 123-94 respectively.
WNBA expansion confirmed
The WNBA has finalized plans for expansion, adding teams in Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia. By 2030, the league will grow to 18 teams, with Cleveland launching first in 2028. Detroit and Philadelphia will join in 2029 and 2030, respectively. This follows recent additions like the Golden State Valkyries, who entered in 2025, and upcoming teams such as the Toronto Tempo and Portland Fire, set to debut this year.
The new season kicks off on 8 May, with the regular campaign concluding on 24 September. These changes signal a new era for the league, expanding its reach and competitiveness across North America.