“He’s using his dads aura”: Bronny James’ drill right before Nikola Jokic's eyes during Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggets game sparks wild reactions from NBA fans

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Bronny James’ impressive three-pointer over Nikola Jokic during the Lakers vs Nuggets game garnered massive attention online. Despite key players like LeBron James and Luka Doncic being absent, Bronny shone through, proving his critics wrong and earning praise from fans for his clutch performance.

Bronny James’ stunning drill during the Los Angeles Lakers vs Denver Nuggetsmatchup has created instant buzz in social media with fans erupting with wild response for the rookie. Bronny’s drill right before Nikola Jokic’s eyes propelled the intensity of the discussion even further. The Los Angeles Lakers entered the game without several stars including LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

In a recent showdown between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Denver Nuggets, the young guard delivered a moment that had fans and analysts buzzing. Early in the first quarter, Bronny James pulled up from beyond the arc and confidently drained a three-pointer over none other than three-time MVP Nikola Jokic.

Bronny has been making his case solid in the G-League amid long-withstanding criticism surrounding his name, many citing that his footing in the Lakers was due to his legendary father, LeBron James. However, Bronny often proved them wrong with such stunning performances.

The Lakers struggled through a season filled with injuries, Bronny has quietly been earning more opportunities on the court. In tonight’s game against the Nuggets, several star players including, James, Maxi Kleber, Luka Doncic, Rui Hachimura, Jaxson Hayes, Trey Jemison III were out of action. However, the visiting Lakers put up a tough contention at the Ball Arena in Denver. As for the Nuggets, they missed Spencer Jones, Julian Strawther, Trey Alexander and DaRon Holmes II.

NBA fans were quick to respond to the stunning drill he made in the first quarter of the matchup. While Austin Reaves and Dalton Knecht are leading the Lakers in terms of scoring, Bronny’s time on court has earned him wild reception from fans.

“He’s using his dads aura this game,” one fan wrote recalling LeBron James’ similar style.

Another wrote, “He’s gonna carry the Lakers this post season.”

One reflected intense criticism that Bronny received since his Lakers debut, “I hope he proves all the critics wrong.”

Another opined that Bronny’s father’s gene was responsible for such a standout performance: “Bronny’s got that clutch gene! Drilling threes with confidence—Lakers off to a hot start!”

One fan calls out demanding more time for the Lakers rookie, “Bronny needs more time on the floor, I believe he’ll hit double digits.”

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Bronny certainly has all the potential to be a standout NBA star under the personal guidance of his father. But for now, he is focused on the time he gets on the court on the main roster.

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