Los Angeles Lakers rookie point guard Bronny James has had a rough start to his NBA career. James has struggled in the NBA and the G League; however, things just got a little worse for the rookie, as he has not played due to a left heel contusion.

After missing three straight games with a heel contusion, the rookie guard's reassignment to South Bay hints at a possible return to action as the Lakers head out on a two-game road trip

James’ struggles with the Lakers’ G League affiliate led to fan backlash on social media. One fan with the X username Apex Jones argued that James “hasn’t left USC,” referring to the son of LeBron James averaging similar numbers in his freshman season.