Bryce James will continue to play for at Sierra Canyon High School in California

Bryce James, the younger son of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, has made headlines by earning a spot on the list of top high school basketball recruits in the country.

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Bryce James is a 4-star high school recruit
Entering his senior season at Sierra Canyon High School in Chatsworth, California, Bryce is ranked as a 4-star prospect and holds the No. 100 overall position on the latest On3 list for the class of 2025.

Standing at 6’4″ and weighing 160 pounds, Bryce plays as a shooting guard.

His rise in the rankings from No. 135 to No. 100 highlights his improving performance and potential on the court.

This ascent has caught the attention of analysts and fans alike, sparking a range of opinions about his standing among the nation’s elite high school players.

Bryce, the second-oldest son of LeBron James and younger brother of newly drafted Lakers guard Bronny James, faces a unique set of expectations.

His current ranking places him 21st among shooting guards and eighth in California.

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Despite this recognition, not all observers agree with his position.

“Bryce James being a top-100 recruit is significantly worse than anything Bronny-related over the last two years,” college basketball insider Kevin Sweeney remarked, echoing a sentiment shared by fellow analyst Jeff Goodman, who stated, “Bryce James is not a Top 100 player right now.”

Some fans and commentators suggest that Bryce’s last name has influenced his ranking.

Comments on social media reflect skepticism, with one fan writing, “You can’t do that at peach jam and be top 100 I’m sorry James family,” and another adding, “Wish my last name was James.”

Criticisms also included, “He’s not even top 100 lol these James boys overrated,” and “Fake recruiting rankings.”

However, not all reactions were negative.

Some fans believe Bryce has significant potential if given the opportunity.

One supporter noted, “Bryce James just needs usage. He clearly has the tools to be a very good 3-level wing with plus athl. Nowww if he plays 4th-5th option in HS then that’s gonna be hard to develop lol.”

Another fan even made a bold prediction: “Bryce James will score more points in the NBA than Bronny.”

In terms of college prospects, Bryce has already received offers from notable programs such as Ohio State and Duquesne.

Duquesne’s head coach, Dru Joyce III, shares a longstanding friendship with LeBron James from their high school days at St. Vincent-St. Mary in Akron, Ohio.