The Lakers drafting Bronny James was always going to become a sideshow for Los Angeles this season when it came to LeBron, but new information about Bronny’s G League assignment is beyond the pale. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reports that the Lakers rookie is getting phenomenal star treatment during his time with the South Bay Lakers of the G League.

Bronny James's initial stint at the NBA level, however, was a short one as he was sent down to the franchise's G League team, the South Bay Lakers, last week. He scored six points with four assists and five turnovers in his debut this past Saturday.

Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly allowing Bronny James to play only in G League home games sportando.basketball/en/los-angeles… - 9:56 AM James made two of his nine shot attempts, missing all four of his 3-point looks.