The passion for basketball is deeply embedded in the James family legacy.

Bryce James, a talented 17-year-old and son of NBA icon LeBron James, has kicked off the new year with an exciting announcement about his basketball aspirations.

On January 1st, Bryce took to Instagram to reveal a photo of himself proudly wearing an Arizona Wildcats basketball jersey, accompanied by a caption that officially confirms his commitment to join the University of Arizona Wildcats. This decision marks a significant milestone in his basketball journey.

Earlier in November, Bryce teased his impending commitment with a series of Instagram posts showcasing him in Arizona gear. However, many fans speculated that these were simply from a visit to the university, leading to much anticipation surrounding his final decision.

Sharing in the joy of Bryce’s announcement, LeBron—who, along with Bryce, is the proud father of son Bronny, 20, and daughter Zhuri, 10, with his wife Savannah James—echoed the excitement by posting the same photo on his own account, complete with an enthusiastic caption and numerous emojis.

“BEAR DOWN!!!!!” LeBron exclaimed, referencing the university’s spirited rallying cry, before celebrating his son’s achievement by adding, “CONGRATULATIONS Maximus!!” This heartfelt message reflects the pride and support he has for his son’s future in basketball.