Bronny James might be the most hyped second round pick in NBA Draft history. The 55th overall selection of the Lakers in 2024 came in with millions of fans and followers, as well as plenty of detractors that were eager to see him falter.

Head coach JJ Redick believes he can be a great player if he gets into “elite shape,” and now we have lead assistant coach Nate McMilllain is praising Bronny as well. McMillian appeared on “The Sports Shop with Reese and K-Mac” and said that Bronny could be a rotation player for the Lakers as early as this year.

Bronny James may be heading for a larger role with the Los Angeles Lakers this season, at least according to one of the team’s assistant coaches. In an