According to recent reports, Bronny James experienced a cardiac arrest during his Monday practice with the USC basketball team, which has sent shockwaves through the basketball community. Concerned fans have been expressing their worries and offering prayers for the 18-year-old. Prominent figures, including analyst Stephen A. Smith, have also reacted to this distressing incident. During an appearance on ESPN’s First Take, Stephen A. Smith discussed the potential seriousness of the situation. Thankfully, the presence of others and immediate medical attention prevented Bronny from facing any severe complications. This unfortunate event also gave Stephen A. Smith the opportunity to highlight LeBron James‘ role as a great father and guiding parent for Bronny.
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Bronny James reportedly collapsed during his USC training session and suffered a cardiac arrest. The USC staff acted swiftly, providing him with immediate medical attention and promptly transferring him to an ICU. Currently, Bronny is said to be in a stable condition and appears to be out of danger.
.@stephenasmith reacts to the news of Bronny suffering a cardiac arrest while practicing at USC: pic.twitter.com/YBjSquLwbI
— First Take (@FirstTake) July 25, 2023
Stephen A. Smith expresses concerns for Bronny James’ health following the 18-year-old’s cardiac arrest
Upon learning of Bronny’s news, Stephen A. Smith was just as stunned as everyone else. To him, it appeared highly unusual for a young and physically fit athlete of 18 years old to experience a cardiac arrest. In a statement following the incident, Smith expressed gratitude to the almighty for sparing Bronny’s life and offered his prayers for the young athlete’s swift recovery and continued good health.
“When you hear that, it scares you to death. Because, these are the kind of thing that are an anamoly but nevertheless possible. So, when you hear about this, anything you heard about Bronny James, youre thinking about an All American. Youre thinking about somebody that obviously has aspirations to be in the NBA.”
“When you hear something like this, you just thank the good lord that the medical staff was there, he wasn’t practicing by himself with nobody around. And there were people there to see what transpired and ultimately come to rescue. We don’t know how, cardiac arrest is obviously serious. But we don’t know the intricate details. I am just thankful, thank the good lord he is doing okay and whatever caused this, is something they will identify and alleviate as soon as possible so he can restore his life back.”
This incident served as a powerful reminder to Stephen A. and others of LeBron James’ outstanding fatherhood. LeBron has consistently been an exceptional parent, especially in supporting his children’s career choices, including those who have chosen to follow in his footsteps. When speaking about LeBron, Stephen A. said:
“When you think about LeBron James, anything at all, you say whatever you want, people can be critical, people can say whatever they want. But nobody debates what a wonderful loving father he is and how much he loves his children, especially Bronny.”
Stephen A. Smith’s resonance with the basketball community is understandable, considering the rising concern about cardiac arrests among young athletes with bright careers. The case of NFL player Damar Hamlin further highlights the need for protective measures in high-impact sports. Hamlin faced a similar situation when he suffered a cardiac arrest during a game following a brutal knock.
Bronny now seems to be in a much more stable condition
The James family issued a joint statement confirming Bronny James’ improved condition. After his collapse during training, he was swiftly taken to the ICU for medical attention. In their statement, the James family expressed:
“He is now in stable condition and no longer in ICU. We ask for respect and privacy for the James family and we will update media when there is more information. LeBron and Savannah wish to publicly send their deepest thanks and appreciation to the USC medical and athletic staff for their incredible work and dedication to the safety of their athletes.”
Fans and NBA veterans alike are united in their prayers for Bronny’s swift recovery. With such widespread support, there is hope that the young James will make a comeback soon, showcasing his promising potential once again.
