In a thrilling twist for Lakers fans, Bronny James is set to step into the spotlight for his very first career NBA start in the season finale against the Portland Trail Blazers this Sunday.

With LA strategically resting their heavy hitters like LeBron James and Luka Dončić, head coach J.J. Redick has given the rookie a golden opportunity to shine. This matchup isn't just a formality—it's Bronny's chance to seize valuable playing time right before the postseason kicks off.

Throughout his rookie season, James has had limited exposure, participating in only 26 games and averaging just 5.5 minutes per contest, with a modest scoring average of 2.2 points. However, it’s in the G League where he truly made a name for himself. During his time with the South Bay Lakers, he exploded onto the scene, averaging an impressive 21.9 points, 5.4 assists, and 5.2 rebounds per game. His standout moment came in March when he dropped an eye-popping 39 points, proving his potential.

Despite skepticism regarding his NBA future, Bronny's performance has shown that he has what it takes to thrive at this level, especially after being selected in the second round.

As the Lakers prepare for the playoffs, this game against the Blazers could be one of Bronny's last chances to prove himself this season. With the Lakers clinching the third seed in the Western Conference and the Pacific Division title, the focus will soon shift to solidifying their playoff rotation.

With all eyes on him, Bronny's debut as a starter could very well be the spark that ignites his NBA journey, setting the stage for a thrilling postseason ahead!