In a historic moment for the NBA, the Los Angeles Lakers selected Bronny James, son of Lakers star LeBron James, with the 55th pick in Thursday's NBA draft. This selection brings LeBron's long-held dream of teaming up with his eldest son in the NBA one step closer to reality.

Bronny James, 19, who spent a season at the University of Southern California, has overcome incredible odds to reach this milestone. He made a remarkable comeback from a sudden cardiac arrest he suffered during a practice in July 2023. After consulting with doctors, he returned to basketball and made his USC debut in December.

LeBron James expressed his pride and joy in an Instagram post, stating, "Not a feeling in the [f---ing] world better than being around raising my boys to MEN." He thanked both Bronny and his other son Bryce for allowing him to be their father and guide them through life's challenges.

The NBA draft took place over two days, with the first round held at Brooklyn's Barclays Center and the second round at a Manhattan ESPN studio. The James family traveled to New York City for the draft week, although LeBron himself did not attend the ceremonies or give media interviews.

Leading up to the draft, there were rumors that LeBron's agent, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports, had plans to secure a spot for Bronny with the Lakers. ESPN commentator Bob Myers revealed that Paul had been advising teams not to select Bronny, warning that the young talent might consider playing overseas if taken by another team.

LeBron James, now 39, has long envisioned a scenario where he and Bronny would make history as the first father and son duo to play in the NBA together. This dream draws parallels to the iconic Ken Griffey Sr. and Ken Griffey Jr., who were teammates with MLB's Seattle Mariners in the early 1990s.

Bronny James gained national attention while playing for Sierra Canyon School and became a highly sought-after recruit with lucrative opportunities in name, image, and likeness (NIL) ventures due to his celebrity status and massive social media following.

During his time at USC, Bronny averaged 4.8 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 25 games. Although primarily utilized as a perimeter defender, he showcased his potential as a playmaker and contributed to the team's success. Following a disappointing season that fell short of the NCAA tournament, Bronny entered the NBA draft and decided to leave USC.

LeBron James, with a player option worth $54.1 million for the 2024-25 season, has until Saturday to decide whether to exercise it. The Lakers are reportedly looking to offer him a multiyear extension, especially with the recent hiring of JJ Redick, LeBron's podcast co-host, as their new coach.

LeBron's dedication to his son is unwavering, as he stated, "I'm going to dedicate this season to Bronny because of the incident that happened this summer. It just puts everything in perspective. No matter what's going on in your life at that point in time, the only thing that matters is your family."

If LeBron and Bronny James take the court together, they will create an unparalleled chapter in NBA history as the first father and son duo to play on the same team. The NBA world eagerly awaits the realization of this incredible milestone and the impact it will have on the game.