Bronny James Faces Fan Backlash After Lakers' Preseason Loss to Warriors

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Bronny James struggled in the Lakers' 101-89 preseason loss to the Warriors on Tuesday, recording one rebound, four turnovers, and one steal, drawing heavy criticism from NBA fans on social media. The Lakers fell to 2-2 in preseason play, scoring just 26 points in the second half. Austin Reaves led Los Angeles with 28 points and 7 assists, while Walker Kessler contributed 11 points and 9 rebounds in his debut. Fans on X criticized James' ball handling, passivity, and overall stiffness, with some calling for him to be traded or benched. Others suggested he needs more aggressive play and development time in the G League.


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