LeBron James and Bronny James made NBA history as the first father-son duo to play together on the same team during the Los Angeles Lakers’ pre-season game against the Phoenix Suns.

On his 20th birthday, Bronny stepped onto the court in the second quarter during the Lakers' 118-114 loss to the Suns. This marked the first time in NBA history — including pre-season games — that a father and son played together in the same game.

“Wow that was surreal,” LeBron wrote on X following the match.

Speaking to reporters, he added: “We came out of a timeout and we kind of stood next to each other. I kind of looked at him.

“It was like being in The Matrix or something. It just didn’t feel real. But it was great to have those moments.”

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LeBron scored 19 points on the night, with four assists and five rebounds. Bronny went scoreless during his 13-minute run, finishing with two rebounds and four turnovers.

Bronny joined the Lakers as a second-round draft pick from the University of Southern California in June.

LeBron James, 39, the NBA's all-time leading scorer and a four-time NBA champion, is entering his 22nd season in the league.

Following Bronny's arrival at the franchise, LeBron signed a new two-year contract with the Lakers.

The 2024-25 NBA season kicks off on October 22, with the Lakers taking on the Minnesota Timberwolves, after reigning champions, the Boston Celtics, face the New York Knicks.