Rich Paul Says Bronny James Belongs In NBA, Downplays Nepotism Claims

Rich Paul says Bronny James can be within the NBA even when his identify was John Smith … downplaying all of the critics’ claims of nepotism enjoying a serious function in LeBron James‘ son getting drafted to the Lakers.

Bron and Bronny’s agent touched down at LAX on Friday — simply 24 hours after the rookie had his name called with the fifty fifth choose within the draft.

Paul talked all concerning the highly-publicized choice for the Purple and Gold … saying at the start, he is thrilled for the 19-year-old hooper — ‘trigger he positively deserved the chance.

The Klutch Sports activities founder admits it is a sweeter expertise to have him be part of his four-time champion father in L.A. … however as for any further stress that would include sporting the “James” identify on his jersey, Paul thinks Bronny has the identical quantity to show as the remainder of the draft class.

As for all of the individuals claiming nepotism performed an enormous issue within the consequence, Paul scoffs at it … chalking all of it as much as haters hating on a optimistic factor.

Paul elaborates … stating how dad and mom all through sports activities have helped create higher alternatives for his or her children in any respect ranges — and, as he places it, “if that’s nepotism, then so be it.”