The LeBron James to Phoenix Suns speculation swirled after The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported Friday that Bronny James, LeBron’s son, would work out for the Suns ahead of the 2024 NBA Draft.
Could the Suns draft Bronny James with the No. 22 pick in the 2024 NBA Draft and then sign LeBron James to a veteran minimum contract?
Many might scoff at the mere thought of it, but several NBA writers made cases for why the idea of LeBron James and Bronny James in Phoenix might actually not be that far-fetched in the midst of the swirling rumors and speculation.
Of course, Phoenix would have to pick Bronny James for this scenario to even have a remote chance at unfolding, but there are several reasons why it could unfold, according to some NBA insiders.
LeBron James can opt out of his contract for the 2024-25 season and become a free agent.
LeBron James to Phoenix Suns?Speculation swirls after Bronny James workout report
ESPN’s Bobby Marks: Suns could be enticing to LeBron James
The front office insider told PHNX Suns: “Hypothetical. We have interest in him at 22. What’s LeBron going to do? You know our situation here, we have $3 million bucks. We have a really good developmental program. This is not about the dad, this is about investing long term and all that stuff. But I do think it’s worth having the conversation. I really do. … Until you ask, you never know.”
Call us crazy all you want, but even ESPN’s Bobby Marks thinks the Suns should *at least* have the Bronny/LeBron James conversation!https://t.co/dGZqR03vRr pic.twitter.com/DMkRjIaSQe
— PHNX Suns (@PHNX_Suns) May 24, 2024
The Athletic: Suns should explore brining LeBron James to Phoenix
Shams Charania and Doug Haller wrote: “Is it possible drafting [Bronny James] could help the Suns lure LeBron to the desert on a minimum contract? Probably not. But if you’re (GM James) Jones and owner Mat Ishbia, it doesn’t hurt to explore.”
PHNX Sports: LeBron James could take less money to play for Suns
Gerald Bourguet wrote: “On the Bronny/LeBron James front, Bron sacrificing millions to join the Suns on a vet minimum isn’t as outlandish as it seems. LeBron is a billionaire, and as much as it isn’t the SOLE factor in where he plays next, playing with his son would be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
