But LeBron James isn't worried, as he perfectly put his son's struggles into perspective after the game, noting to reporters that this was essentially Bronny's first real taste of

LeBron James and Bronny James of the Los Angeles Lakers reportedly declined the chance to make history again, this time at the NBA Skills Challenge.

LeBron James and his son Bronny were invited to take part in the Skills Challenge at the upcoming NBA All-Star Game, but that invitation was declined.

Because he's LeBron James's son, though, Bronny was a topic on First Take on Wednesday, providing the opportunity for Stephen A. Smith to make a fatherly request.

Bronny James got the surprise call to play in the first quarter for the Lakers and finished with the first serious playing time of his NBA career. It wasn't great. Bronny took off on a fast break and his shot was rejected by Adam Bona.

When Bronny James played 15 minutes for the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday, that was his first taste of extensive minutes, and his dad, LeBron James saw it unfold. While Bronny made a defiant admission about his performance,

Los Angeles Lakers bring back Bronny James after standout game in the G League. Stay updated on his return to the team.