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Six months after his departure, the youngest son of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has reportedly joined the prestigious high school’s basketball program.

In May, Bryce transferred to Campbell High School after his sophomore year.

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At the same time, his brother Bronny transferred to USC for his junior year of college, leaving Sierra Canyon.

 

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

He trained with Chris Paul Jr., Chris Paul’s son, at Campbell High School and competed in the Section 7 tournament in Arizona.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

Over the summer, Bryce also participated in Nike’s Elite youth basketball league.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

ESPN reported that the James family helped build a new sports facility on the Campbell High School campus.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

However, the 6-foot-6 shooting guard was active again in August, transferring his skills to defending CIF State Division I champion Notre Dаme.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

As Sports Illustrated reports, he returned to Sierra Canyon after spending just three months with the team.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

If Bryce remained at Notre Dаme, he would miss half the season, as James’ family did not change residences after the 16-year-old enrolled at the Sherman Oaks Academy in the fall.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

That’s not the case at Sierra Canyon, and the guard could be eligible to return to the field as soon as this week, as he hasn’t appeared in a single game for Notre Dаme.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

The Trailblazers have posted three straight wins to start the 2023-24 season.

As a sophomore, Bryce averaged just 3.8 points per game in 12 appearances for Sierra Canyon.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

However, college programs have closely monitored athlete development.

Having already received offers from Ohio State and Duquesne University, Bryce, who will be eligible for the 2026 NBA draft, is considered a four-star prоspect.

Bryce James Takes the Stage: A Bold Career Move Reflects Father LeBron James' Journey, NBA Icon, Ready to Leave His Own Mark

A year ago, he signed a nаme, image and likeness (NIL) agreement with LeBron’s management company, Klutch Sports.

Meanwhile, the 19-time NBA All-Star just reached another milestone by surpassing 39,000 career points in Tuesday’s 131-99 win over the Utah Jazz.

Through the first 14 games of the 2023-24 NBA season, LeBron averaged 25.7 points, 8.1 rebounds and 6.6 assists.