Bronny James has struggled in the NBA, while Bryce James, still developing, has yet to show top-tier potential. For now, Bronny remains the better prospect, though neither is even close to being the same level of prospect as their father, LeBron James.
Bronny James and Bryce James have always been in the spotlight, with the pressure of their father, LeBron James' legacy, following them.
While both have shown potential, neither has yet reached the level of expectation set by their famous father. Let's look closer at their high school careers and compare the two James brothers.
Is Bryce James good?
Standing at 6'6", Bryce James has the physical tools that suggest he has potential, but his development is still in its early stages. After starting at Sierra Canyon, Bryce transferred to Notre Dame/Sherman Oaks before returning to Sierra Canyon.
Bryce James' stats in 14 games playing for Strive For Greatness on the Nike EYBL circuit (summer of 2024):
| PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT |
| 6.9 | 2.2 | 0.9 | 39.0% | 36.8% |
These numbers don't reflect the type of performance expected from a player looking to become a college prospect, let alone an NBA one.
While Bryce did have a standout performance, scoring 21 points and grabbing 6 rebounds, his overall play has been inconsistent.
He has not yet shown the consistency or improvement needed to take the next step in his career.
Bryce's raw potential, especially his height and shooting ability, provides a foundation for future development. Still, there's a long way to go before he can be considered a serious prospect for the NBA Draft in 2026 when he'll be eligible.
Next season, Bronny will be playing for the University of Arizona, having officially committed to them as a three-star high school prospect.
Is Bryce James a better prospect than Bronny?
Bronny James (6'2"), the older of the two, made a solid impact at Sierra Canyon, earning MVP honors in a game against St. Vincent-St. Mary, his father's alma mater.
Bronny James' stats in his senior year of high school at Sierra Canyon (2022-23):
| PTS | REB | AST | STL | W-L |
| 14.2 | 5.5 | 2.4 | 1.8 | 23-11 |
Although his numbers were respectable, they didn't scream NBA talent, and Bronny was never regarded as a top-tier prospect, at least not by scouts.
His college stats did little to quiet doubts. He averaged just 4.8 points and 2.1 assists per game, shooting 36.6% from the field, 26% from three, and 68% from the free-throw line.
These figures are far from impressive, particularly for a player hoping to make an impact at the NBA level. If Bronny were not LeBron's son, he would most likely not even be close to making it to the NBA.
Now, with the Los Angeles Lakers, Bronny has had a challenging start to his NBA career.
At 20 years old, he has yet to show the type of potential that would suggest he is ready to be an NBA player.
However, despite his struggles and being three inches shorter, Bronny is currently considered a better prospect than Bryce.
His high school performance, where he averaged 14.2 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 2.4 assists, still outpaces Bryce's current numbers.
Bronny has the advantage in terms of experience, having already played at a higher level. Although inconsistent, his overall performance has been stronger than that of Bryce, who has yet to put up significant numbers at the high school level.
Neither brother has fully lived up to the immense expectations placed on them, Bronny, with his high school and NBA experience, is the better prospect for now.
While Bryce still has plenty of time to develop after his growth spurt, Bronny currently has the advantage.
