In an exciting development for basketball fans, Bronny James, the son of NBA legend LeBron James, has decided to keep his name in the NBA draft, with hopes of playing alongside his father next season. The news was first reported by ESPN and later confirmed by Rich Paul, the CEO of Klutch Sports Group.

Bronny James, who played college basketball at Southern California, averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game in his freshman season. Despite a congenital heart defect that was discovered after a cardiac arrest incident during a summer workout, Bronny has been cleared for NBA play by a panel of doctors earlier this month.

Expressing his excitement, LeBron James took to social media, posting an Instagram story with the caption "BRONNY STAYING IN DRAFT!" The father-son duo could become the first in NBA history to play in the league simultaneously if Bronny succeeds in joining the NBA next season.

Bronny James, standing at 6 feet, 1 1/2 inches, had earlier announced his intention to enter the draft in April, while also considering the possibility of transferring and maintaining his college eligibility. With the decision deadline set for 11:59 p.m. Eastern on Wednesday, Bronny decided to pursue his NBA aspirations.

The NBA draft is scheduled for June 26-27, and if all goes well, Bronny James will have the opportunity to showcase his skills alongside his father, who will be entering his 22nd NBA season this fall. While LeBron James can become a free agent this summer, the possibility of playing alongside his son remains a tantalizing prospect for basketball fans across the globe.

Although there have been instances of players joining the league after their fathers have played, there has never been a father-son duo playing at the same time. It is speculated that teams selecting Bronny James in the draft may have the added motivation of luring his father to their roster.

LeBron James has repeatedly expressed his desire to play in the NBA alongside his son, emphasizing that Bronny must make his own decisions about his career. With Bronny's decision to stay in the draft, the possibility of these two basketball icons fulfilling their shared dream seems closer than ever before. Fans eagerly await the upcoming draft to see where Bronny James's journey in the NBA begins.