Austin Reaves’ Lob to Bronny James Achieves Unique 25-Year Milestone
A remarkable moment in NBA history unfolded on Sunday night when Austin Reaves of the Los Angeles Lakers connected with Bronny James for an alley-oop that has set a unique milestone. This play occurred during the first quarter of the game against the Miami Heat at Crypto.com Arena.
Austin Reaves Achieves a Unique Milestone with Lob to Bronny James
Reaves, who tallied 26 points and 11 assists in the game, executed a one-handed lob that allowed Bronny to soar for a two-handed dunk. The electrifying play sent the crowd into a frenzy and cemented Reaves’ place in the record books.
Historic Context
According to the Elias Sports Bureau, Reaves is now the only player in the last 25 years to complete an alley-oop dunk assist to both a father and son while they were on the same NBA team. This unique achievement makes his connection to Bronny even more special, especially considering that he previously assisted LeBron James with a similar lob.
After the game, Reaves humorously remarked about his record, stating, “I’ve got to be the first person in NBA history to throw a father a lob and a son a lob. While they’re still on the same team.”
Game Highlights
- Lakers Final Score: 130
- Heat Final Score: 120
- Key Player: Luka Doncic
- Doncic’s Stats: 29 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists
Bronny James finished the game with his only points coming from the spectacular dunk. Additionally, he contributed with three steals and two assists in just 18 minutes of play.
A Milestone for the James Family
This alley-oop not only highlights Reaves’ skill but also adds another chapter to the James family legacy. Last season marked the historic moment when LeBron and Bronny became the first father-son duo to compete in the same NBA game.
As the Lakers continue their season, moments like this serve to inspire both fans and players alike, showcasing the extraordinary achievements that can occur on the court.
