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LeBron James Backs No. 1 Arizona With Redshirting Son Bryce on the Roster

He says the developmental year will pay dividends for the freshman next season.

HOUSTON, TEXAS - MARCH 16: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during warmups before a game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on March 16, 2026 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Slitz/Getty Images)
Jan 10, 2026; Fort Worth, Texas, USA; Arizona Wildcats guard Bryce James (6) looks on during the game between the Horned Frogs and the Wildcats at Ed and Rae Schollmaier Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jerome Miron-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Arizona secured the Big 12 Tournament title and a No. 1 NCAA seed and opens the Round of 64 against Long Island University.
  • Bryce James, a true freshman, is redshirting this season and has not logged any game minutes.
  • LeBron James said he is definitely rooting for the Wildcats because his son is on the team and joked that he is "a big Bryce."
  • James highlighted that Bryce is learning from veteran teammates and described the year as valuable preparation for next season.
  • The Wildcats are in their second Big 12 campaign and have only two losses this season, to Kansas and Texas Tech.