NBA Mock Draft 2024 Bronny: Bronny's Journey to the Pros
Officially ending the 2023–24 NBA season and presently under progress, rumors about the NBA Mock Draft 2024 Bronny have started to get hot. Unlike last season with Victor Wembanyama, the #1 pick is not yet locked in. As the draft fast approaches, Bronny James's possible choice will also be among the most interesting narratives.
NBA Mock Draft 2024 Bronny: Analyzing the 2024 NBA Mock Draft
First: Atlanta Hawks; Alex Sarr (F/C)
The Hawks lucked out in the Draft Lottery, rising nine places to top overall. As a competent interior defender, Alexandre Sarr fully meets Atlanta's criteria. Though Atlanta has the backcourt to assist him in Young and Murray, his offensive game requires refinement. Sarr can offer a defensive identity needed in this team. Along with a trade of thirty-year-old Clint Capela, this choice would let Atlanta acquire still another pick.
#2 Portland Trail Blazers (mock trade with WAS) Donovan Clingan (C)
This draft is expected to involve multiple exchanges since there is no obvious best choice. Washington would gain from having several lottery options as he has several gaps to fill. The Wizards decide in this NBA Mock Draft 2024 Bronny to trade picks #2 and #26 to Portland for picks #7, #14, and #34. Portland's aspirations for upward mobility center on big man Donovan Clingan, who would instantly give the Blazers frontcourt some much-needed consistency.
Third – Houston Rockets: Zaccharie Risacher (F)
Risacher falling into their laps at #3 makes the rockets very happy. Many believe Risacher to be the best player in this draft; she would give Houston a gifted wing able to guard any position and score in bursts. The Rockets would have two young outstanding wings if coupled with Amen Thompson. Houston also has to give offloading the Dillon Brooks deal top attention, particularly if they land a star like Risacher.
#4 – San Antonio Spurs: F Matas Buzelis
Given their own picks #4 and #8, the Spurs will be among the more fascinating teams to watch in this draft. San Antonio most certainly has a trade down on hand, but there might not be many suitors either. The Spurs have to concentrate on strengthening around Victor Wembanyama without a strong offer. Well-adjusted athlete Buzelis will play far smarter than most rookies. His dimensions and adaptability should let Wemby have free reign on the floor.
#5 – Charlotte Hornets (mock trade w/ DET): Reed Shepard (G)
For a Pistons squad that much depends on a power forward, it is not ideal to watch Risacher and Buzelis get chosen before them. Detroit chooses to trade down one position with the Hornets rather than imposing a choice, collecting pick #42 in the process. Charlotte moves with obvious selection in mind. As a rookie, Reed Shepard can provide the squad a smart and steady player and cover the 2 in between LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller.
#6 – Detroit Pistons (mock trade w/ CHA): Stephon Castle (G)
After shifting one spot in the trade with Charlotte, the Pistons stay in a similar posture. Their main requirement is at the 4; it is doubtful they will reach far enough down the board to get one. Detroit chooses to acquire the best player left on the board in 6'7'-Stephon Castle without another trade down. Castle would establish a strong backcourt combo with Cade Cunningham and his attacking prowess as a great perimeter defender.
#7 – Washington Wizards (mock trade with POR): G Nikola Topič
The Wizards need assistance everywhere if they are to get better. Their trade with Portland brought the #7 and #14 choices, which will assist speed their recovery. At #7, Washington has numerous choices. Rob Dillingham's raw agility could be too great to ignore, but his diminutive stature and poor defense could only aggravate their problems. Rather, Nikola Topič gives them a talented passer who can improve the club right away.
#8: San Antonio Spurs – G Rob Dillingham
The Spurs will have their sights fixed on a guard following Buzelis at #4. Rob Dillingham, 19, is still a raw prospect but San Antonio sorely needs his explosive ball handling. Although he wouldn't be a great fit for some other teams, Dillingham's age and stage of growth fit perfectly for developing alongside Wembanyama, who will help offset any possible lack of size or defense.
#9 – Memphis Grizzlies: Dalton Knect (F)
The Grizzlies are ready to end that run of four guards picked in a row. Memphis is far more likely to choose a forward here as Ja Morant is returning to a backcourt already occupied by Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart. Taking a Tennessee Volunteer, the Grizzlies in this fake don't have to travel far. More seasoned than others, Dalton Knect will be ready to help on a possible Grizzlies playoff team.
#10 – Toronto Raptors (mock trade with UTA): Tidjane Salaün (F)
The rebuilding Jazz choose to trade down since at this stage there are multiple strong choices on the board but no obvious top choice. In this fake deal with Toronto, they drop nine spots, collecting pick #31 and a second-rounder for 2025. The Raptors advance knowing exactly what they need. Toronto was in dire need of a striker like Tidjane Salaün, who performs quite similarly to OG Anunoby, after the midseason transactions of both Anunoby and Pascal Siakam left Toronto short.
#11: Chicago Bulls—Ron Holland (F)
Another team needing assistance everywhere is the Bulls. Josh Giddey's trade enhanced their backcourt, but they still had to deal with a frontcourt rife in flaws. Ron Holland not only fits what the Bulls require but also is the best player remaining on the board. Holland, who is among the younger players in the draft, will have time to pick the nuances while Chicago rebuilds their whole squad. Notwithstanding his age, he might still be a day one starter.
#12 – Cody Williams (G), Oklahoma City Thunder
The other half of the Josh Giddey deal came from Oklahoma City, where Alex Caruso was acquired in process. The Thunder have the backup they need for Shai with a seasoned defender in Caruso included. They still have some necessities to attend to, though. Cody Williams at #12 makes the Thunder salivate at the idea of starting him at the two next to Shai. Williams might develop into a real two-way gift.
#13 – Sacramento Kings: Ja'Kobe Walter (G)
The Kings might not get many attractive offers, but it is quite likely they investigate a trade down in this area. Sacramento has some interesting choices if they decide to stay put. Malik Monk is now locked up for four years, hence the Kings are less likely to choose his replacement. Having said that, Ja'Kobe Walter might still give them a similar play style at a far lower cost. He scores rather well as well.
#14 – Devin Carter (G) Washington Wizards (mock trade w/ POR)
As Washington sees Devin Carter and Jared McCain fall into their laps, the trade with Portland officially benefits them. While choosing between the two will be difficult, the Wizards will most definitely be happy to end the first round with two outstanding talents. Following Nikola Topič at #7, Washington chooses Devin Carter as another savvy playmaker and agile passer. The two should be rather important in guiding the Wizards toward recovery.
#15 – Miami Heat: G Jared McCain
Miami bought Terry Rozier in mid-season to answer their PG worries. Still, they might make use of stability in the current position going forward. Thirty-year-old Rozier is on two more seasons contract with Miami. That this mind, 19-year-old Jared McCain would be a fantastic fit. Fit for the Heat mindset, he is a diligent player on both sides of the ball and will still be 21 when Rozier's deal runs out. Miami would find this to be a steal.
#16 – Philadelphia 76ers: Tristan Da Silva (F)
Following another first-round playoff defeat, the 76ers have some things to attend to. Philadelphia's opportunity to contest a championship with Joel Embiid is rapidly shrinking as he is leaving his peak. This makes the 76ers far more likely to either trade this choice or choose an NBA-ready player above a young potential. At 23 years old, Tristan Da Silva matches that pattern really neatly. As a rookie, he most likely would play 10 to 20 minutes off the bench.
#17: Los Angeles Lakers—G Johnny Furphy
The Lakers miss the opportunity to meet their most urgent need of SF as Da Silva off the board just ahead of them is absent. Rather, they choose Johnny Furphy's among the best pure shooters available in the draft. For a Lakers club still vying for a championship, he might have an instantaneous effect. His six-seven-inch height also gives versatility. Using a catch-and-shoot technique, Furphy would space the floor for Los Angeles' stars without removing the ball from their hands.
#18 – Orlando Magic: G, Isaiah Collier
Orlando is yet another team that might investigate a trade down here. By now the already hazy board becomes much less visible in the draft. If unable to trade down, teams will start distributing fliers on lesser ranking players that fit their own plan. For the Magic, they require a young PG capable of growing next to their core. Isaiah Collier would fit perfectly on Orlando's squad and has the best upside of any surviving guard.
#19 – Utah Jazz: Carlton Carrington (G) fake trade w/ TOR
The Jazz still have plenty of choices even after sliding nine spots. Starting Kris Dunn is set to go free agency, thus they are in need of a ball-handling PG; both Keyonte George and Collin Sexton more fit to play the two. Carrington meets that demand exactly. Even as a rookie, he could carry the ball up since he is a competent ball handler who moves fast and fluidly with it in his hands. Still Utah will have choices at 29, 31, and 32.
#20 – Cleveland Cavaliers: Yves Missi (C)
For their frontcourt during this draft, the Celtics have some selections to make. Should neither Evan Mobley nor Jarett Allen sign extensions, both will be off the books after the end of the 2025–26 season. That in mind, they might want to add a huge with this selection. Cleveland is more likely to choose a developmental player like Missi, who will be ready to start in a few years, than to include an NBA-ready player like Zach Edey into a packed mix.
FAQs: NBA Mock Draft 2024 Bronny
Will Bronny James get drafted in 2024?
LeBron James's eldest kid becomes the first player selected into the NBA while his father is still active. Using the 55th overall pick in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft, the Los Angeles Lakers choose Bronny James.
Are the Lakers going to draft Bronny James?
Now, following the Los Angeles Lakers's selection of Bronny James, the eldest son of LeBron James, with the 55th choice in the second round of the draft, the first father-son combo is poised to be colleagues.
Which team will draft Bronny?
Drafted Thursday by the Los Angeles Lakers, the team his father has played for since 2018, Bronny James, the eldest son of the NBA all-time scoring leader and four-time champion, was picked Thursday.
How many jerseys has Bronny James sold?
Following his draft by the Los Angeles Lakers, Bronny James, son of NBA great LeBron James, has broken a fresh record for jersey sales in a remarkable turn of events. Over 500,000 jerseys featuring his name and number were sold within days of the announcement, surpassing his father's prior mark.
