Lebron said he regrets naming his son Bronny after himself, and Shaq's son understands why

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• LeBron James said recently that he regrets naming his first-born son LeBron "Bronny" James Jr. and saddling him with those expectations. 
• Shareef O'Neal, the son of Shaquille O'Neal, posted on Instagram that he relates to Bronny's experience, and gave him words of support. 
• Both boys are talented basketball players in their own right. 

In a clip promoting his new talk show, LeBron James admits that he regrets giving his oldest son his name and adding to the already massive expectations he will have to face in basketball. 

Well, in a touching, Instagram post, Shareef O'Neal, the son of NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal, has offered words of support and encouragement to LeBron "Bronny" James Jr.See the rest of the story at Business Insider

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