Bronny James: Worry as LeBron James' 18-year-old son reportedly suffers Cardiac arrest during training
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LeBron James's son, Bronny James, reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest during a basketball workout.

Bronny James: Worry as LeBron James' 18-year-old son reportedly suffers Cardiac arrest during training

David Ben 17:04 - 25.07.2023

According to reports, LeBron James's son, Bronny James, suffered a heart attack during a basketball workout.

LeBron James's son, Bronny James, has reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest during a basketball workout.

The 18-year-old who is King James’ eldest son was immediately transported to the hospital after the incident occurred during a USC workout.

According to TMZ, Bronny James is now in stable condition and has been moved out of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU).

Bronny James Cardiac Arrest
Bronny James is the son of LeBron James

Bronny James reportedly rushed to the ICU after suffering from Cardiac Arrest

According to reports on Monday, Bronny James, who recently committed his future to the USC Trojans basketball team, was transported by ambulance from USC's Galen Center, where the team plays and practices, following a reported 911 call made at 9:26 am on Monday.

Bronny James Cardiac Arrest
Broony James/photo via Imago

TMZ sources also revealed that the incident is believed to have been classified as a Code 3, indicating the severity of the call, as it requires the use of ambulance lights and sirens.

LeBron James’ family asks for privacy amid Bronny James’ health concerns

Meanwhile, LeBron James confirmed the concerning incident involving his son ahead of Bronny’s debut season with the USC Trojans. 

Bronny James suffered a Cardiac Arrest
LeBron James and his family/via Getty Images

King James issued a statement to TMZ regarding the situation. "(Monday) while practicing Bronny James suffered a cardiac arrest," the James family said.

“Medical staff was able to treat Bronny and take him to the hospital. 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."

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Bronny James/via Getty Images

"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."

BronnyJames recently took another step towards emulating his father's legacy by deciding to wear the iconic No. 6 jersey at USC for his freshman year.

USC revealed the news via their official Twitter page with a caption that read: "FIRST LOOK: Bronny James will wear No. 6 for the Trojans."

LeBron James is synonymous with the No. 6 jersey and has endured a remarkable career in the NBA with the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat, although, he has also worn the jersey No. 23 in the past.

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