Bronny James Matches Michael Jordan in This Rookie Stat — But There’s More to the Story

Bronny James just tied Michael Jordan in one NBA stat — and it’s the kind of stat that makes you blink twice, laugh once, and then check the calendar. No, it’s not April Fools’.

Yes, They Both Made 9 Threes — That’s About Where the Similarity Ends

Believe it or not, Bronny James and Michael Jordan have one thing in common when it comes to their rookie seasons: 9 made three-pointers.

Bronny, now 26 games into his first year with the Lakers, has gone 9-for-30 from beyond the arc, good for 30.0% shooting. Jordan? He hit 9-of-52 in 1984–85, finishing at 17.3%.

Here’s where it gets even more absurd — so let’s throw Kobe into the mix for balance:

Yes, Bronny has officially made as many threes as MJ did as a rookie — and at a higher percentage. But if you’re ready to build a case for Bronny being the next GOAT, take a deep breath and maybe go outside for a bit.

Let’s Be Real: Different Eras, Different Games

Jordan played in an NBA where the three-point line was basically a decorative stripe. Kobe entered as the league was warming up to perimeter play. Bronny? He came in when spacing and shooting threes are practically job requirements — even for rookies barely cracking the rotation.

So no, this stat doesn’t mean Bronny is even in the same orbit as MJ or Kobe. But it does give us a funny, harmless reminder that numbers — when stripped of all context — can say just about anything.

Still, for Bronny, it’s a cool little footnote. And for the rest of us? It’s a reason to chuckle and move on.