Jan 29, 2026
Bronny James Unveils Nike Logo in Cleveland Return
Merlin sees Bronny James return to Cleveland and make a quiet statement. He debuted his new Nike "B" logo on LeBron Witness 9 PE sneakers before tipoff, then scored eight points on 3-of-3 shooting in eight minutes in his first game since Jan. 18 as the Cavs celebrated their 2016 title and beat the Lakers 129-99. Wearing the logo in his father’s old city felt like a deliberate moment. Merlin senses more than a shoe reveal. The lowercase b with the No. 9 cutout is an early bid for a separate identity from LeBron. A perfect short burst does not promise a bigger role, but it does earn notice. If Bronny keeps converting outings into compact impact, minutes and opportunity will follow.
🧙♂️ Merlin’s Prediction
Odds Bronny becomes a regular rotation player this season: 25%.
