Bronny James had a subdued outing from the bench as USC squandered a second-half lead, ultimately succumbing to Colorado in double overtime with a final score of 92-89 on Saturday night.
Continuing his role as a reserve for the second consecutive game, James contributed two points, two assists, and a steal while successfully converting one of his two field goal attempts. This performance follows a more promising display where the freshman tallied seven points and three assists in a mere 20 minutes of play on Thursday.
While his offensive assertiveness wasn’t prominent, James showcased his burgeoning defensive prowess by amassing six steals across his last six appearances.
ZAY TO BRONNY 🚀
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His solitary basket of the night, however, left a lasting impression as he executed a remarkable lob catch in transition, deftly finishing through contact to deliver an improbable shot off the glass.
Nevertheless, both his limited productivity and playing time were palpable as USC endured its ninth loss in the past 11 games.
Speculation on James’ collegiate tenure and USC’s suitability as his program of choice surfaced amidst commentary on his performance and usage during the game.
Despite the challenges, James remains resolute in his pursuit of consistency, aiming to bounce back in the upcoming clash against UCLA on February 24th.
