Rookie guard Bronny James, the son of Lakers star LeBron James, has missed the last five games due to a heel contusion. It has been eight games since the 55th overall pick last appeared in NBA action, but James was active and available for the first three of those.

Lakers rookie Bronny James has to navigate an injury for the first time this season.Year 1 has gotten out to a trying start for James. After making history alongside his father on opening night, James has seen limited minutes with the Lakers and has yet to find his stride with the South Bay Lakers,

While the Lakers were getting blown out in Phoenix, their G League affiliate picked up a 95-85 win over the San Diego Clippers at UCLA Health Training Center in El Segundo. This was the second of three straight home games for South Bay, but rookie guard Bronny James, the son of LeBron James, did not appear in either contest.

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Bronny James, Lakers rookie and son of LeBron James, takes an unexpected step in his NBA journey. Find out why the team has shifted its focus to his G League development.

Los Angeles Lakers rookie point guard Bronny James has been dealing with a left heel contusion for L.A.'s past three contests. Apparently, he's healthy enough to at least be potentially available for South Bay's next two contests.