Stephen A Smith sounds off on LeBron James about son's playing time amid struggles: 'Stop this'

But it was a struggle, as he went 0-for-5 from the floor and committed three turnovers.

James has made just one shot of 16 from the floor this season, which adds up to just a 6.3 shooting percentage. Sure, it's unfair to judge on such scarce playing time, but he certainly hasn't done himself any favors.

Well, after Tuesday's performance, Stephen A. Smith insinuated that it's still going on, and it's not beneficial.

Smith added he has "no issues" with the two playing on the same team, as James has "earned that" privilege.

But with his struggles, LeBron is not doing his son any "favors," said Smith.

"We know that he's not ready yet! And I'm saying this with compassion! I'm asking the greatest player in the game, one of the greatest we have ever, or will ever see, who is a basketball savant, you know what these numbers mean, to your son, you're exposing your son like this."

Bronny, who averaged less than five points per game in his lone season at USC, has fared much better in the G League, averaging 16.3 points per contest.