NBA legend LeBron James breaks silence after son Bronny, 18, suffers horrific cardiac arrest at USC training
LEBRON James has broken his silence after son his Bronny suffered a cardiac arrest while at basketball practice.
The 18-year-old was rushed to the hospital and put into intensive care after collapsing on Monday.
He has since been taken out of the ICU and is in stable condition as medics continue tests.
And NBA legend James has spoken out after the terrifying incident.
The Los Angeles Lakers icon posted on Twitter: “I want to thank the countless people sending my family love and prayers.
“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! #JamesGang”
LeBron was spotted for the first time on Wednesday going into Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles.
The 38-year-old has been by his son’s side along with their family since the horrific incident.
It is understood a 911 call was made at 9.26am on Monday from USC’s Galen Center.
That is the venue the team plays and practices at.
Bronny was said to be unconscious and received treatment at the scene.
He was taken by ambulance to the hospital, where he has been ever since.
A James family spokesperson said earlier Wednesday: “Yesterday while practicing Bronny James suffered a cardiac arrest.
“Medical staff was able to treat Bronny and take him to the hospital. He is now in stable condition and no longer in ICU.
“We ask for respect and privacy for the James family and we will update media when there is more information.
“LeBron and Savannah wish to publicly send their deepest thanks and appreciation to the USC medical and athletic staff for their incredible work and dedication to the safety of their athletes.”
Bronny has been with the team a short while and only committed to them earlier this year.