Arenas cited the play of two former Hall of Fame pass-first point guards as the kind of deferential performers after whom Bronny James needs to model his game. Though he isn't projected to have those league superstars' upside, Bronny James can still ape their ethos — or so Arenas thinks.

When the Los Angeles Lakers decided to draft rookie guard Bronny James in the second round of the 2024 NBA Draft, they invited all sorts of criticism toward them. Los Angeles drafted James because they believed he could help the team out down the line but many were critical of the decision.

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The Houston Rockets (8-4) have just one player currently listed on the injury report as they ready to play the Los Angeles Clippers (6-6) on Friday, November 15 at Toyota Center, with tip-off at 8:00 PM ET.

The injury report for the New York Knicks (5-6) ahead of their matchup with the Brooklyn Nets (5-7) currently includes two players. The matchup tips at 7:30 PM ET on Friday, November 15 from Madison Square Garden.