LeBron James’ son, Bronny, was rushed to hospital this week, after suffering a cardiac arrest.
The 18-year-old, son of the Lakers icon, was taken to ICU for treatment on Monday, after he became ill during a workout at USC.
A spokesperson for the family confirmed the news to , explaining that the budding athlete is now in a ‘stable condition’.
A statement read: ‘Yesterday while practicing Bronny James suffered a cardiac arrest. Medical staff was able to treat Bronny and take him to the hospital.
‘He is now in stable condition and no longer in ICU. We ask for respect and privacy for the James family and we will update media when there is more information.’
They added: ‘LeBron and Savannah wish to publicly send their deepest thanks and appreciation to the USC medical and athletic staff for their incredible work and dedication to the safety of their athletes.’
According to the outlet, insiders claimed that a call was placed to 911 on Monday morning from USC’s Galen Center – where the team plays.
The teenager was taken to hospital in an ambulance shortly after.
LeBron and Savannah, who also share children Bryce and Zhuri, recently shared their pride after Bronny graduated from Sierra Canyon High School in May.
The youngster is following in his dad’s footsteps in basketball, wearing the number 6 jersey on the court for USC.
LeBron previously opened up about his own future in the game, revealing that he isn’t planning on taking a back seat until he can share the court with his son.
‘My last year will be with my son. Wherever Bronny’s at, that’s where I’ll be,’ he told the Athletic in 2022.
‘I would do whatever it takes to play with my son for one year. It’s not about the money at that point.’
