Bronny James Contract: Salary for Lakers Guard

Bronny James will begin his pro basketball career with the Los Angeles Lakers after inking a multi-year guaranteed deal following the 2024 NBA Draft.

Bronny James Contract

James, the 55th overall pick, signed a four-year, $7.9 million contract, including $4,371,403 guaranteed, with the Lakers in early July.

The Lakers will have a team option ahead of James’ fourth season in 2027-28.

For context, it is the same length in years that three different second-round selections (all in the 50s) signed for last summer. Chris Livingston, who has the same agent as Bronny (Rich Paul), signed a four-year, $7.6 million deal with the Milwaukee Bucks after being the last pick in the 2023 draft.

Bronny James Salary

James’ salary doesn’t apply to the Lakers’ cap until July 31, but he projects to be the lowest cap hit on the Lakers:

• 2024-25: $1,157,143
• 2025-26: $1,955,377
• 2026-27: $2,296,271
• 2027-28: $2,486,995 (team option)

Bronny James FAQs

What number will Bronny James wear?

James will wear No. 9 for the Lakers.

What were Bronny James’ college stats?

After suffering a cardiac arrest in the summer, James struggled during his freshman season at USC. 

James played in 25 games, starting in six. He averaged 4.8 points, 2.1 assists, and 2.8 rebounds in 19.3 minutes per game.

Has a father and son played together in the NBA?

While the NBA has seen many sons carry on the basketball legacy of their fathers, the league hasn’t ever had a father and son playing at the same time, and certainly not on the same team.