At the heart of Team USA’s exhilarating comeback against Serbia in the men’s basketball semifinals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, LeBron James’ son, Bronny, was there to witness the drama unfold. The 19-year-old watched in awe as his father and his all-star teammates clawed back from a 13-point deficit in the thrilling fourth quarter.
Amid the intense action on the court, eagle-eyed viewers spotted Bronny with a young woman, later identified as Parker Whitfield, daughter of actress Salli Richardson-Whitfield. While Bronny, a newly-drafted Laker, follows Parker on Instagram, her accounts are private, leaving much about her background and their connection shrouded in mystery.
The nature of their relationship remains unclear—whether they are close friends or something more—but their presence together certainly sparked curiosity among fans.
LeBron James’ son Bronny sparked romance rumors with Parker Whitfield at the Olympics
The daughter of Salli Richardson was seen sitting courtside with the new Los Angeles Laker
The pair were also joined by Bronny’s younger brother, Bryce James, who was all smiles when their A-list dad high-fived them after the win.
One day prior, Bronny and Parker attempted to keep a low profile while watching the USA’s victory over Brazil.
The two sat further up in the stands while cheering on LeBron’s team.
The pair have attended two USA basketball games at the 2024 Olympic Games this week
The James clan was all smiles when LeBron celebrated his team’s victory with them
The four-time NBA champ’s eldest son recently admitted he’s faced challenges growing up in his dad’s shadow.
‘It’s tough,’ Bronny said in an interview with NBA Central before he was drafted by his father’s team.
‘A lot of criticism gets thrown my way, but you know, I’ve got to deal with it,’ he added.
‘[My critics] don’t know what I’ve been through … I just try to make the best of [the] opportunities that’s given to me.’
Bronny admitted it’s been ‘tough’ growing up in his all-star dad’s shadow
‘A lot of criticism gets thrown my way, but you know, I’ve got to deal with it,’ he said