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FILE - Southern California guard Bronny James dribbles the ball during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game against UCLA, Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024, in Los Angeles. Bronny James will enter the NBA draft after one season at Southern California that was shortened by his recovery from cardiac arrest. The 19-year-old son of LeBron James announced Friday, April 5, 2024, on his Instagram account that he also plans to retain his college eligibility and will enter the transfer portal.(AP Photo/Ryan Sun, File)

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