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  • Scouting Bryce James’ MVP performance at the HoopHall Classic


    SPRINGFIELD, Mass – Bryce James took MVP honors in Sierra Canyon’s 60-46 win over Grayson High School on Saturday at the HoopHall Classic after finishing with 16 points, five rebounds, and four steals in just 17 minutes of action.

    James, the younger son of LeBron James, came off the bench, and didn’t even check into the game until midway through the second quarter. With the crowd cheering every time he touched the ball, he gradually settled in before making a major impact in the second half. He ultimately deliveed his most notable performance yet in a major national event, less than three weeks after announcing his commitment to Arizona.

    While LeBron wasn’t in Springfield himself, he reacted to the performance on social media.

    From an evaluator’s perspective, the first thing noticeable about James is the progression of his frame. He’s clearly continued to grow and looked to be at least 6-foot-5, if not close to his listed 6-foot-6. In addition to his increased size, James is also filling out his frame and adding noticeable strength, and yet still has plenty of room to continue adding muscle mass in the coming months and years.

    Based on his performance at Saturday’s HoopHall Classic, James has created a very clearly defined niche for his floor game. James approaches the game like a shooter. He provides gravity spacing the floor, can condense his release to get it off quickly when he doesn’t have much separation and is also a threat to be a movement shooter when coming off screens. James has excellent balance on the way up into a very clean release at the top. He also has an equally clean pull-up he can rely on when defenders run him off the arc. While he’s not otherwise a creator off the dribble, there was one flash of potential late in the first half, when he was able to get all the way to the rim.

    While Bryce got more aggressive looking for his shot once he got hot in the second, he’s similar to his older brother Bronny James in that he’s generally content to play within the flow of the game and plays a typically unselfish, team-oriented brand of basketball.

    Defensively, James was physical and active, both in passing lanes and on the glass, for a Sierra Canyon team that played collectively hard for all 32 minutes.

    It was also notable to see the sheer joy his teammates and coaches took in his success. He was met by hugs from virtually everyone on the bench when he checked out for the final time and the announcement of his MVP award was greeted by nothing but celebration.

    Long term, James still projects as more of a developmental project for Arizona, who isn’t expected to make significant contributions as a freshman. Simultaneously though, it is very clear that he is continuing to improve and trending in the right direction.





    Bryce James, son of NBA legend LeBron James, put on a show at the prestigious HoopHall Classic, solidifying his status as one of the top high school basketball players in the country. The 6’4″ guard showcased his scoring ability, court vision, and leadership skills en route to earning MVP honors at the tournament.

    James’ performance was nothing short of spectacular, as he poured in a game-high 30 points to lead his team to a thrilling overtime victory. His ability to create his own shot, finish at the rim, and knock down outside shots was on full display, leaving fans and scouts in awe of his talent.

    In addition to his scoring prowess, James also made a significant impact on the defensive end, using his length and athleticism to disrupt passing lanes and block shots. His high basketball IQ and competitive spirit were evident throughout the game, as he made key plays on both ends of the floor to help his team secure the win.

    With his MVP performance at the HoopHall Classic, Bryce James has cemented himself as a rising star in the world of high school basketball. As he continues to develop and refine his skills, there’s no doubt that he has the potential to follow in his father’s footsteps and make a name for himself at the next level. Keep an eye on this young phenom, as he is sure to make waves in the basketball world for years to come.

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    1. Bryce James
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    3. HoopHall Classic
    4. Basketball
    5. High school sports
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    8. College basketball
    9. Top prospects
    10. Sports journalism

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  • LeBron James Hypes Up Bryce James For Performance In HoopHall Classic


    Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James already made history by sharing the floor with his oldest son, Bronny James. Bronny was selected by the Lakers in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft, and making it to this season was one of LeBron’s biggest accomplishments as a player. But now, there’s a small chance he makes it to sharing a court with his other son, Bryce James.

    Bryce is a senior at Sierra Canyon and had recently committed to the University of Arizona. If he is one-and-done like Bronny, there is a chance he could be to the NBA by the 2026 Draft. Of course, all of that depends on how he develops over the next two years, but he is already off to a great start.

    He recently played for Sierra Canyon at the HoopHall Classic, a tournament at the Basketball Hall of Fame. And in his final outing on Saturday night, he posted 16 points and four steals on four made threes, earning himself MVP honors for the Classic.

    LeBron, always the vocal supporter of his kids’ accomplishments, was quick to brag on his son’s behalf throughout the game itself and after the MVP honor:

    Bryce is not a top prospect out of high school the way Bronny was. The two are very different players. Bronny was seen as a defense-first, high-IQ guard that may not be much of a floor spacer but is always going to outhustle the player he’s facing off against.

    LeBron’s second son still has a high IQ and can facilitate for others, but he is not the athlete that Bronny is and may struggle more on the defense end. He makes up for it, though, with a killer jumper.

    If LeBron is able to keep going another two seasons, he’ll have the chance to play with both sons in 2026-27, a feat that no one will be able to touch for a very long time.

    As LeBron James nears the end of his basketball career, the Lakers star has accomplished nearly all he could during his time in the league.

    He continues to disprove the narrative of Father Time being undefeated by reverting the clock several times this season. The 40-year-old’s strict regimen to keep his body healthy and ready to go on each game continues to work in his favor.

    However, there was always speculation of James playing in the NFL given his body type and physicality. On his recent appearance on New Heights with Jason Kelce and Travis Kelce, the four-time champion detailed how he contemplated a football career during the 2011 NBA lockout.

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