After missing three straight games with a heel contusion, the rookie guard's reassignment to South Bay hints at a possible return to action as the Lakers head out on a two-game road trip

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James will officially play his first G League road game on Thursday in Phoenix.

Los Angeles Lakers player Bronny James recently opened up about his growth as a player while developing with the South Bay Lakers in the G League.

Not only did Bronny play in his first-ever G League road game, but he broke out with 30 points on 13-of-23 from the field. He added three rebounds, three assists, a block and a steal in an impressive effort that included a highlight dunk .

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Bronny James silenced all of his haters on Thursday night. Many people have scoffed at James' young career thus far, but the 20-year-old guard went off in the G League on Thursday and showed flashes of undeniable potential.

Thursday’s performance dramatically lifted his G League averages to 14 points, 3.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists per game, offering a glimpse of his potential when given extended playing time.

Lakers rookie Bronny James played with South Bay in the G League for the first time on the road on Thursday and set a new career high.

Bronny James made his G League road debut on Thursday night for the South Bay Lakers, and it seems that all he needed was a little time away from home. James poured in 30 points and added three rebounds and two assists in by far the best performance of his young professional career.