Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and his son and teammate, Bronny James, are facing a lawsuit over their alleged involvement in a car accident that occurred in 2022. According to TMZ, two plaintiffs, April Almanza Lopez and Kiara Rae McGillen, filed the suit in Los Angeles, claiming that they were hit by a car driven by a member of the James family. The plaintiffs say they suffered injuries that require ongoing medical treatment and that their car was damaged and lost value as a result of the accident. They are seeking unspecified damages from LeBron and Bronny.
The news of the lawsuit comes just hours before LeBron and Bronny made NBA history by becoming the first father-son duo to play together in a game. Bronny made his debut in the Lakers’ season opener, playing for a little over two minutes and grabbing one rebound. LeBron, in his 22nd NBA season, had a solid performance, scoring 16 points on 7-of-16 shooting, with five rebounds, four assists, and two blocks. The Lakers defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 110-103, starting their season with a 1-0 record. The historic moment of LeBron and Bronny playing together was a special one for the James family, and LeBron expressed his gratitude for the experience.
Following the game, LeBron shared his appreciation for the moment of checking in with his son and playing on the court together. He emphasized that it was a memory he would cherish forever, no matter how old he gets or how his memory may fade. LeBron also took to social media to express his sentiments, posting a video on Instagram with the caption stating that he will never forget that moment. Despite the lawsuit looming over them, the Lakers look ahead to their next game against the Phoenix Suns at the Crypto.com Arena. Whether Bronny will receive more playing time in future games remains to be seen.
The lawsuit against LeBron and Bronny adds a legal challenge to what was supposed to be a celebratory moment for the James family with their historic milestone in the NBA. The plaintiffs seek damages for the injuries they sustained and the damage to their car resulting from the accident involving the James family member. As the legal proceedings unfold, LeBron, Bronny, and the Lakers team will continue to focus on their performance on the court and navigate this legal issue as it progresses. The Lakers will face obstacles both on and off the court as they work towards a successful season in the NBA.
