LeBron James’ son Bronny set to join him at LA Lakers after NBA draft

Bronny James was picked in the second round of the NBA draft (John Locher/AP)

LeBron James and son Bronny could become the first father and son to play together in the NBA after the latter was drafted by the Los Angeles Lakers.

The 19-year-old guard, who played at University of Southern California, was the 55th overall selection, with the draft having been split across two days and the Lakers already having picked Dalton Knecht on Thursday.