The Lakers announced Friday the younger James will sport the No. 9 in the purple and gold, one day after selecting the 19-year-old with the 55th overall pick of the 2024 NBA Draft. His name will also read "James Jr." on the back of his jersey.
James wore No. 0 during his high school career at Sierra Canyon and No. 6 during his one-season college career at USC. The latter echoed the number his father has worn with the Lakers and Miami Heat, but is no longer available in the NBA since the league retired it in honor of the late Bill Russell. LeBron currently wears No. 23.
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