Bronny James has packed on some serious muscle, jumping from 209 pounds to a whopping 223 pounds as the Los Angeles Lakers gear up for their 2026-27 season. This isn’t just a casual offseason gain; it’s the most drastic change in listed weight among all the Lakers’ players.
Bronny’s Bulk Up: Functional Muscle and Facing the Big Guys
For the past couple of seasons, we’ve watched Bronny carve out his spot on the Lakers roster. Everyone knows he’s a tremendous athlete, just like his dad, blessed with those strong physical traits. But at 6’2″, he’s often looked a bit smaller compared to some of the monsters he’s had to guard. He’s known for his elite athleticism, but dealing with bigger players who want to bully him with their size? That’s a different game. This offseason, he made it a point to change that narrative.
Looking at his pictures from training camp and preseason, this isn’t some unhealthy bulk. We’re talking functional muscle. He looks stronger, ready to hold his own. It really seems like he understood the challenge of his frame and decided to improve it, making himself a tougher matchup out there.
Roster Shifts and What It Means for Bronny’s Role
Bronny isn’t the only one making moves this offseason. Austin Reaves also added six pounds, a crucial gain considering he’s set to have more reps with the ball now that LeBron James has left for the Philadelphia 76ers. On the flip side, Luka Doncic cut two pounds from his listed weight, looking significantly slimmer. With the Lakers relying on Doncic to be the big superstar, that move was clearly needed, and everyone is hyped to see the payoff.
But back to Bronny: this significant shift could really pay off for him. Coach JJ Redick already sees him as part of the rotation, which is huge! Redick is still figuring out his opening night starting lineup and has even issued a challenge to the Lakers about their rebounding. Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are expected to have a special impact on the offense, but Bronny’s newfound strength adds another layer. It will be exciting to see how this added muscle translates on the court and how it helps him carve out an even bigger role in the upcoming 2026-27 season. We’re about to find out if this dedication turns him into a real force to be reckoned with.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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