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NY Post
New York Post
26 Aug 2023


NextImg:Bronny James’ cardiac arrest caused by congenital heart defect

There’s an update on the status of Bronny James — LeBron’s son — who suffered cardiac arrest in late July.

The younger James, who will continue to be evaluated on his road to recovery, has a congenital heart defect, according to a spokesperson on behalf of James’ family.

“After a comprehensive initial evaluation at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center led by Dr. Merije Chukumerije and follow-up evaluations at the Mayo Clinic led by Dr. Michael J. Ackerman and Atlantic Health/Morristown Medical Center led by Dr. Matthew W. Martinez, the probable cause of Mr. James’ sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) has been identified. It is an anatomically and functionally significant Congenital Heart Defect which can and will be treated,” said the spokesperson.

Additionally, James — a high-profile incoming freshman at USC — is expected to fully recover.

“We are very confident in Bronny’s full recovery and return to basketball in the very near future. We will continue to provide updates to media and respectfully reiterate the family’s request for privacy.”

Bronny James is enrolled at USC.
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Bronny James courtside during the game during Round 1 Game 6 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2023 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California.

Bronny James courtside during the game during Round 1 Game 6 of the 2023 NBA Playoffs on April 28, 2023 at Crypto.Com Arena in Los Angeles, California.
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LeBron James, Bryce James, Zhuri James and Bronny James at The 2023 ESPYS held at Dolby Theatre on July 12, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.

LeBron James, Bryce James, Zhuri James and Bronny James at The 2023 ESPYS held at Dolby Theatre on July 12, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
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In July after the scary incident, LeBron tweeted a statement regarding his son, thanking people for their support in his recovery, following the news.

“I want to thank the countless people sending my family love and prayers,” James wrote. “We feel you and I’m so grateful. Everyone doing great. We have our family together, safe and healthy, and we feel your love. Will have more to say when we’re ready but I wanted to tell everyone how much your support has meant to all of us!”

The Trojans are expected to begin their forthcoming basketball campaign in early November.

It is unknown if James will recover in time for the start of the season, or opt for a redshirt year for 2023-24.

He has been seen since his recovery, going out to dinner with his family in California and playing the piano at home.