In an exciting development, Bryce James, the youngest son of NBA superstar LeBron James, has officially decided to play college basketball at the University of Arizona for the 2025-26 season. The 17-year-old made the announcement via his Instagram account on Wednesday, sparking excitement among fans and family.
LeBron, with no shortage of pride, took to social media to express his joy, sharing a touching image of Bryce wearing Arizona colors, along with encouraging words that fit the competitive spirit of father and son.
Following in the footsteps of his older brother Bronny James, who also left his mark at Sierra Canyon School in Los Angeles, Bryce is gradually making a name for himself. Standing 6-foot-3 and weighing 180 pounds, he has caught the attention of scouts and analysts, currently ranked No. 257 overall and the No. 46 shooting guard in the Class of 2025, according to 247Sports.
Before deciding on Arizona, Bryce received scholarship offers from prestigious programs such as Ohio State and Duquesne, although he did not receive an offer from USC, the school where his brother Bronny is with.
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With Bryce entering the NCAA, the potential for a historic NBA family duo has never been higher. LeBron, who just turned 40, made the splash as the first father-son pair in the league, playing with Bronny for the Los Angeles Lakers this season. If Bryce follows the same path after one year of college, LeBron will be 41 years old, paving the way for this amazing family story to flourish in professional basketball.
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While the basketball world waits with bated breath for the James brothers to leave their mark, one thing is clear: The legacy of the James family is just beginning to unfold on the college court.