Bronny James could be one step closer to following in his dad’s footsteps.

The Los Angeles Lakers held a pre-NBA draft workout on Thursday that included James, the 19-year-old son of Lakers star and the NBA’s all-time leading scorer LeBron James, per the Los Angeles Times.

Bronny garnered widespread attention with his workout at the 2024 NBA Scouting Combine in May.

Bronny James #6 of the USC Trojans playing during the second half of a basketball match against the Washington Huskies at T-Mobile Arena
Bronny James of USC Trojans playing during the second half of a basketball match against the Washington Huskies in 2024.Getty Images

LeBron James and his son Bronny posing together after a high school basketball game victory, holding a trophy
LeBron James and his son Bronny James posing together after a high school basketball game in 2019.AP

He opened the week-long trial by going 19 for 25 and finished second best in the 3-point shooting drill, and his max vertical of 40.5 inches was the fourth-highest among prospects.

While uniting with his father in the pros would make for a massive storyline — the elder James has long dreamt of sharing the court with his son — Bronny made it clear at the combine he wants his own journey when the June 26 draft begins.

“I would be happy about getting to the league instead of me thinking about playing with my dad,” he told reporters. “But, that’s not my mindset at all. I’m just trying to put in the work and see where it takes me.”

Bronny’s opt-in to the draft was a curious move for some after he finished his lone collegiate season at USC averaging 4.8 points and 2.1 assists — after missing time due to a cardiac incident before his freshman year.

USC Trojans guard Bronny James in action, deflecting a rebound away from Washington Huskies players during a basketball match at T-Mobile Arena

USC Trojans guard Bronny James deflecting rebound away from Washington Huskies players during game in 2024.USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con

Bronny James speaking to the media at the 2024 NBA Draft Combine in Wintrust Arena, Chicago

Bronny James speaking to the media at the 2024 NBA Draft Combine in Wintrust Arena, Chicago.USA TODAY Sports via Reuters Con
He started the draft cycle unranked but has climbed to the No. 53 spot on CBS Sports’ list and is a projected pick for the end of June.

Wherever he ends up, the potential second-generation star emphasized that he doesn’t want to be in his father’s shadow.

Bronny James of Team St. Andrews shooting a free throw during the 2024 NBA Draft Combine 5-on-5 basketball game in Chicago
Bronny James shooting a free throw during the 2024 NBA Draft Combine 5-on-5 basketball game in Chicago.AP

Bronny James, number 6 of the West team, conversing with Lebron James of the Los Angeles Lakers post the 2023 McDonald's High School All-American basketball game in Houston, Texas.
Bronny James conversing with father Lebron James after 2023 McDonald’s High School All-American game.Getty Images
“I just want to, you know, have people know my name is Bronny James and not be identified as just LeBron James’ son,” he said. “My dream has always just been to put my name out, make a name for myself, and of course, you know, get to the NBA, which is everyone’s end goal that is here.”