Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James is scheduled to make his NBA Summer League debut on Saturday at the California Classic.
James, the eldest son of Lakers star LeBron James, signed the contract on Wednesday that will pay him $7.9 million over four seasons.
Bronny was selected 55th overall in the second round of the NBA Draft and joined the Lakers, making LeBron and Bronny the first father-son duo to play in the NBA at the same time.
The 19-year-old Bronny played one season at the University of Southern California and committed to entering the NBA draft after his freshman season. A year ago, he suddenly suffered heart failure and was diagnosed with congenital heart disease. Bronny underwent surgery to repair the heart defect and was cleared by the league's Fitness to Play Committee to play for the Trojans and in the NBA.
How to watch Bronny James' Summer League debut
Bronny's NBA Summer League debut will be broadcast on ESPN, with the game against the Sacramento Kings starting at 4:30 pm ET at Golden State's Chase Center in San Francisco.
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What is the California Classic?
The California Classic is a mini version of the NBA's much larger Las Vegas Summer League. These games feature young players who have just been drafted, signed or are looking to earn bigger contracts, as well as veteran players looking to earn new NBA contracts.
Who will compete in the California Classic?
The California Classic will feature the Lakers, Golden State, Sacramento, Charlotte, Miami, San Antonio and the Chinese national team.
Where will the California Classic take place?
Six games will be played at Golden State's Chase Center in San Francisco and the remaining six at Golden 1 Center in Sacramento.
What is the California Classic TV listing?
Saturday, July 6
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Sacramento Kings, Chase Center, 4:30 p.m. ET, ESPN
Miami Heat vs. Golden State, Chase Center, 6:30 PM ET;
Charlotte Hornets vs. San Antonio Spurs, Golden 1 Center, 8:30 p.m. ET, NBA TV
China vs. Sacramento Kings, Golden 1 Center, 10:30 p.m. ET, NBA TV
Sunday, July 7
Miami Heat vs. Sacramento, Chase Center, 4:30 p.m. ET, NBA TV
Los Angeles Lakers vs. Golden State Warriors, Chase Center, 6:30 p.m. ET, NBA TV
China vs. Charlotte Hornets, Golden 1 Center, 8 p.m. ET, ESPN2
San Antonio Spurs vs. Sacramento Kings, Golden 1 Center, 10 p.m. ET, ESPN2
Tuesday, July 9
San Antonio Spurs vs. China, Golden 1 Center, 8 p.m. ET, NBA TV
Charlotte Hornets vs. Sacramento Kings, Golden 1 Center, 10 p.m. ET, NBA TV
Wednesday, July 10
Miami Heat vs. Los Angeles Lakers, Chase Center, 7 p.m. ET, ESPN2
Sacramento Kings vs. Golden State Warriors, Chase Center, 10 p.m. ET, NBA TV
When is the Las Vegas Summer League?
The Las Vegas Summer League will run from July 12-22 at UNLV's Thomas & Mack Center and Pavilion Arena.
