Social media reaction to Bronny James’ USC basketball debut
USC losing to Long Beach State was a real downer on Sunday in the Galen Center, but Bronny James’ Trojan debut was a bright moment.
Bronny’s first game as a Trojan brought a packed house to USC’s basketball arena. His debut brought LeBron James and the James family to the house. There was a buzz inside the building and a warm reception for a young man who — let’s remember — suffered cardiac arrest in July. People were on hand to see Bronny James play basketball, but they were also there to show support for someone who has gone through a lot at a very young age. Just seeing Bronny on the court was itself a triumph.
The fact that Bronny played a productive 17 minutes, contributing at both the offensive and defensive ends of the floor, made his day more special for himself, his famous father, his family, and the USC community.
Let’s look at how social media reacted to Bronny James’ USC debut:
DEBUT
WHAT A MOMENT AS BRONNY JAMES MAKES HIS COLLEGE HOOPS DEBUT 🙌 pic.twitter.com/CO217JrYNE
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) December 10, 2023
GRATITUDE
Bronny James offered gratitude for the medical professionals who helped him back on the court and his family after making his USC debut on Sunday pic.twitter.com/9KRLJHIqBg
— Dave McMenamin (@mcten) December 10, 2023
BLOCKED SHOT!
BLOCKED BY BRONNY JAMES 🔥🔥🔥
Just like pops pic.twitter.com/r5NxOLrVhC
— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) December 10, 2023
FOR THREE!
BRONNY JAMES FIRST COLLEGE BASKET IS A 3-POINTER 🔥 pic.twitter.com/pRfSONYb3i
— Complex Sports (@ComplexSports) December 10, 2023
HAVING FUN
Bronny James broke out a windmill dunk during warmups 😳
(via @AntonioCMorales)pic.twitter.com/mUZVuoEhW0
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) December 10, 2023
HELPING OUT
Bronny James already causing problems with his point of attack defense pic.twitter.com/pKwhHRatHi
— Wilko (@wilkomcv) December 10, 2023
POIGNANT
LeBron James wrote a heartfelt paragraph dedicated to Bronny James after playing his first college basketball game at USC ❤️
(via @KingJames/ IG) pic.twitter.com/i3nZhbBI4t
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) December 11, 2023
TEAM PLAYER
Bronny James with the first assist of his USC career late in the first half and it’s a good one. One of his best attributes dating back to Sierra Canyon — his vision. Hasn’t scored yet but has made a definite impact v. Long Beach State pic.twitter.com/cg7DeeUhW1
— Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) December 10, 2023
LAKER FAMILY
Rob Pelinka in the house for Bronny James’ debut pic.twitter.com/LVbByeTCzP
— Jill Painter Lopez (@jillpainter) December 10, 2023
NUMBERS
Bronny James made his college basketball debut for USC with LeBron James in attendance today 🤩
🔸 16 minutes
🔸 4 points (1-of-3 3PT, 1-of-2 FT)
🔸 3 rebounds
🔸 2 assists
🔸 2 steals
🔸 1 chasedown block pic.twitter.com/CytWQ3wbvh— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) December 11, 2023
PACKED HOUSE
Student section already packed at the Galen Center 45 minutes before Bronny James’ USC debut pic.twitter.com/4bnG4mj7Yy
— Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) December 10, 2023
THE FAMILY
LeBron James makes his entrance at the Galen Center for Bronny James’ debut during the national anthem, holding daughter Zhuri’s hand. Accompanied by Bryce James and two of his Sierra Canyon teammates, Bryce Cofield and Jayden Alexander. pic.twitter.com/tN0iSMhkJA
— Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) December 10, 2023
LINING UP
Line of #USC students two hours before Bronny James’ debut here at the Galen Center pic.twitter.com/Qx2PqGvZZq
— Antonio Morales (@AntonioCMorales) December 10, 2023
SUPPORTIVE
After watching Bronny James’ collegiate debut, LeBron James is still in attendance at the Galen Center to watch @USCWBB take on UC Riverside.
Trojan star JuJu Watkins lists James as her biggest sports hero.
— Keely Eure (@keelyismyname) December 11, 2023
BIG CROWD
Bronny James is expected to make his #USC debut this afternoon when the Trojans take on Cal State Long Beach.
The game is sold out and it looks like they added some seats.👀 pic.twitter.com/aOR4IEHOET— Marc Kulkin (@MarcKulkin) December 10, 2023
GETTING READY
Bronny James warming before his highly anticipated debut against Long Beach State. pic.twitter.com/fZsIsu7yLj
— TrojanSports.com (@USC_Rivals) December 10, 2023
NEW ERA
Excited for the college debut of Bronny James as USC takes on Long Beach St. Was impressed by what I saw in person from Bronny at the Nike Hoop Summit. Strong and physical with great feel, a smooth stroke, and impressive bounce. Has some Jalen Suggs to his game. pic.twitter.com/EMJEd2ZYWT
— NBA Draft Dude 🤙 (@CoreyTulaba) December 10, 2023
JUST PLAY
“I think he’ll get on the court without all the bull(expletive) that was thrown at him his senior year, junior year, the gift and the curse of – who your dad, and what your last name, is.”
On Bronny James’ expected debut today for #USC: https://t.co/XiLsVNmZcu https://t.co/2eanD8URrT
— Luca Evans (@bylucaevans) December 10, 2023