Bronny James is one of the most anticipated prospects in the NBA Draft, even receiving high praise from an established star in the league.
Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George is no stranger to evaluating the talent around him, and most recently discussed professional comparisons for James. He believes the former USC guard is similar to “glue guys” like Jrue Holiday and Derrick White.
“The most impressive thing is his basketball knowledge, like his basketball IQ. He can do it all. I feel like he hasn’t shown that he can really be elite at a lot of things, but I think he can be elite at a lot of things.” “I compare him to Jrue Holiday, Derrick Whites, guys who are glues who can do everything on the court and help you win… He doesn’t need to be a star.”
Holiday and White are two of the best defenders in the game, with a combined eight selections to the all-defensive team. If James is able to stand up to those comparisons, his career will be seen as nothing less than commendable. Dealing with the pressure of being LeBron James’ son is a unique burden that no one else understands.
Despite a lackluster statistical season with the Trojans, James has all the physical tools and drive to live up to the comparisons George believes to be true.
