"Actual Hooper Unlike Bronny" - NBA Fans Hit Frenzy as Kiyan Anthony’s Breakout Syracuse Game Fuels Heated Bronny James Comparisons

Carmelo Anthony's son, Kiyan Anthony, had his first start of his collegiate career on Saturday, and he made the most of the opportunity. In his second game of the season, the Syracuse freshman impressed with his offensive bag, leading NBA fans to compare him to LeBron James' son, Bronny James.

Kiyan scored 19 points in 29 minutes, along with 3 rebounds, 4 assists and 1 steal against the Delaware State Hornets in a blowout 83-43 win. He scored on 72.7% of his field goals.

Reacting to the post, a fan highlighted Kiyan Anthony's strengths on offense, but also took a shot at Bronny James.

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"Kiyan Anthony is already a better player than Bronny James. More fluid scorer, more poised."

Another fan said Bronny wasn't an actual hooper.

"Actual hooper unlike bronny."

A fan declared Kiyan Anthony better than the Lakers player.

"Oh yeah he way better than Bronny."

Another fan took a shot at Bronny James with a "nepo baby" comment.

"Already looks way better than that bum ass Nepo baby in LA." "We never seen Bronny have a game dis good."

One fan even said that Kiyan was the opposite of LeBron James's oldest son.

"The complete opposite from Bronny, you can see this kid actually loves ball." "Surprised that he doesn't get as much media attention than Bryce and Bronny, whom he’s better than both."

Mom La La Anthony Beams With Pride After Kiyan Anthony's Breakout Syracuse Game

Kiyan Anthony's mom, La La Anthony, doesn't miss a chance to show how proud she is of her son. Shortly after hyping up her son in his debut game, La La filled her social media posts with Kiyan's highlights from his second game.

La La Anthony made a series of posts on her Instagram Story, featuring highlights from his first start. In the first IG Story, on Saturday, she reposted a post from @sportcenternext, featuring Kiyan's highlights.

"Proud mom always!! WOW!" she captioned the post. "Love you @kiyananthony."

The proud mother of the Syracuse freshman shared some more posts on her Instagram Story. She reposted posts from @sportscenternext and @houseofhighlights.

La La Anthony was in attendance when Kiyan made his debut for Syracuse. She posted videos of Kiyan in action during the game and him speaking to the reporters after the game.

So far, Carmelo Anthony's son has shown glimpses of being a good offensive player. With some muscle and athleticism, Kiyan can climb up the draft ladder.

Edited by Nandjee Ranjan