Bronny James drafted: Nepotism over meritocracy

Published June 28, 2024 4:45pm ET



The Los Angeles Lakers‘ decision to draft collegiate basketball backup Bronny James on Thursday night demonstrates both blatant nepotism and a lack of respect for meritocracy.

The pick was paradoxically shocking and predictable.

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