Bronny James was given his best chance to make a statement with the Los Angeles Lakers but instead he struggled in Tuesday night's 118-104 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers, scoring no points in 15 minutes of playing time.

In just 15 minutes of play, the 20-year-old went 0-for-5 with three turnovers. "Maybe put him in a tough spot," Redick said.

Explore the Lakers' coaching decision to give Bronny James extended minutes and how he performed against the Philadelphia 76ers.

Bronny James received his first rotational minutes of the season on Wednesday night but failed to seize the opportunity.

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith delivered a sentimental rant this week after the 20-year-old produced a poor performance against the 76ers.

With backup point guard Gabe Vincent out due to injury, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick was limited in his options behind Austin Reaves. Even still, it came as a bit of a surprise when Bronny James checked into the game in the first quarter.

JJ Redick did not mince his words regarding Bronny James following the Lakers' defeat to the 76ers on Tuesday.

The Los Angeles Lakers rookie played 15 minutes without scoring points in the road loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

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LeBron James is listed on the injury report with left foot injury management, and it's not certain if he will suit up.

In the postgame press conference, Redick admitted he may have put Bronny in a difficult position, particularly on defense, where he was tasked with guarding Tyrese Maxey, who torched the Lakers for 43 points, exploiting mismatches throughout the game.