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LeBron and Bronny Link Up for First Playoff Alley-Oop as Lakers Take 3-0 Lead

LeBron says the playoff run is boosting Bronny's confidence.

Overview

  • The Lakers beat the Rockets 112-108 in Game 3 to take a 3-0 lead and a chance to clinch the series next game, highlighted by a LeBron-to-Bronny alley-oop.
  • After the game, LeBron said Houston "disrespected" Bronny by going under a pick-and-roll.
  • Bronny answered with a made three on that coverage and finished 2-for-2 for five points in limited minutes.
  • Injuries to teammates have opened a rotation role for Bronny, giving him real playoff minutes to grow his game.
  • Earlier in the series they became the first father–son duo to share minutes in an NBA playoff game.