Rachel Nichols, LeBron James (Image Credits: Getty Images)
The 2024 NBA Draft has concluded with several excellent picks from various NBA teams. Bronny James, a former guard for the USC Trojans, was chosen by the Los Angeles Lakers as the 55th overall pick in the second round of the NBA draft.

The extensive speculation surrounding Bronny has finally come to an end following his selection by the Lakers, where his father, LeBron James, is a star player. However, many NBA analyst and fans were waiting for this moment to give their reactions, with some praising the Lakers’ decision and some criticizing it.

Rachel Nichols, an American journalist and sportscaster, recently shared her opinion on Bronny James’ selection by the Lakers. She criticized the former USC Trojans guard and made bold claims about him. She believes Bronny will never be a star player like his dad, LeBron James, due to his size and playing style.

“Will he ever be a star? I don’t think so. It does not seem like just his size and some of the other things about the way he plays, I don’t think he’s a future star player.” Nichols said during the recent episode of the show ‘Undisputed.’

LeBron James Claps Back at Nichols’s Statement with a Twist

However, LeBron James didn’t ignore Nichols’s statement and responded in a different way. According to a recent post on the social media profile ‘NBA Alert’ (formerly known as Twitter), King James unfollowed Nichols after her prediction about his son Bronny.

“LeBron James (King James) is no longer following Rachel Nichols.” The recent post of NBA Alert.

Nichols isn’t the only one criticizing Bronny’s selection by the Lakers; some NBA fans are also questioning the decision. Because Bronny is LeBron James’ son, NBA fans are accusing the former USC Trojans guard of being recruited through nepotism after he was drafted by the Lakers.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.