"Bronny is an inspiration" - La La Anthony on son Kiyan Anthony's college future & whether he will follow LeBron James' son's footsteps

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Kiyan Anthony (left) and Bronny James right) (Image Source; IMAGN)
Kiyan Anthony (left) and Bronny James right) (Image Source; IMAGN)

American TV personality and actress La La Anthony spoke about how LeBron James' son, Bronny, inspired her son and four-star recruit Kiyan Anthony to strive for success and become an NBA player in the future.

During an ambush interview with TMZ Sports, Anthony, the former wife of Syracuse Orange legend and national champion Carmelo Anthony, stated that Bronny James is an inspiration to Kiyan after making history by playing with his father LeBron James with the LA Lakers.

"Bronny is an inspiration. He's in the NBA right now. He's crushing it and making history playing with his dad. That's family to us. So, nothing but the best for Bronny and Kiyan is doing his thing too. I love it," La La Anthony told TMZ Sports. [0:31-0:40]
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La La Anthony also insisted that Kiyan will decide which school to choose in college and she wants the high school prospect to be happy with his judgment.

Kiyan Anthony, who is ranked No. 34 overall in the Class of 2025, has reduced his final choices to three schools — Auburn, Syracuse, and USC, per On3.com's Joe Tipton.

Kiyan Anthony will make his decision on which school to commit for the 2025-26 season in November.


Kiyan Anthony meets his GOAT — Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George

Kiyan Anthony had a meeting with his favorite NBA player, Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George. In the latest episode of "The Evolution: Kiyan Anthony", the Long Island Lutheran baller had the best day of his life, as he was able to meet George in person.

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George was a guest on Carmelo Anthony's podcast, alongside Kiyan Anthony, who sat beside his GOAT. The Syracuse legend thanked the former Fresno State guard for inspiring Kiyan.

George and Carmelo Anthony were teammates in Oklahoma City, and the high school sensation admits that he was starstruck after the meeting.

"I definitely get a little bit starstruck but like at the end of the day, I basically grew up around the NBA community and my pops play with PG on the Thunder I used to see him he one of the cooler ones," Kiyan Anthony said [9:16-9:27]

Kiyan Anthony explained his side of why he idolized George and pointed out that his smooth playing style and his ability to get into the basket with ease is what sets him apart from other NBA stars.

George appreciated the admiration he is receiving from the son of an NBA player and noted that he was honored to have the younger generation like Kiyan Anthony recognize his efforts on the court.

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Edited by Prem Deshpande