Two weeks before his hospitalization, Bronny, who is predicted to be a top candidate in the 2024 NBA draft, joined his dad and mom Savannah James, as well as siblings Bryce James, 16, and Zhuri James, 8, at the 2023 ESPYS. During the award ceremony, LeBron won the trophy for Best Record-Breaking Performance and took the opportunity to pay tribute to his wife, who he called a “queen,” and children.
“I also want to thank my beautiful kids, Bronny, Bryce and Zhuri. I mean, it means so much to me to have you guys here up on stage,” he said, later adding about his sons, “I’m so proud of these two men standing right behind me tonight. You see, they’re on their own basketball journey. And no matter how far they choose to go, they’re not cheating this game and that inspires me.”