As the NBA offseason has fans in a frenzy with free agency and such, USC is preparing to have a complete spectacle this fall with Bronny James heading to campus.

The incoming freshman from Sierra Canyon, and is LeBron’s son, is the real deal as a player. And there’s multiple reasons for that. Of course, he’s not as good as his dad was at the same age. But to be fair, nobody in the history of basketball was as good as LBJ was at 18-years-old. LeBron won a Rookie of the Year Award and averaged 20 points in the league in his teens.

However, that doesn’t mean Bronny doesn’t do a certain amount of things better than his pops. To be honest, the biggest differences that his dad had over him was height, build, and circumstances. If Bronny doesn’t make it to the NBA or if he loses his scholarship, he’s still financially good, it wasn’t the same for his dad. Nonetheless, here’s why Bronny will be a good player at USC, and a top pick in the draft.

He’s played against top competition with cameras in his face is entire teens

One thing that doesn’t get enough shine is the fact that a microscope has been on Bronny James from the moment he stepped into high school. That’s not an easy thing for any player, but he still managed to be a McDonald’s All American. Bronny still became one of the best in the country after going up against some of the best AAU teams and top prospects in California. This point is at the top for a reason, he’s used to pressure and eyes being on him. You’d be surprised how many grown men in the league now fold when a franchise looks at them for wins.

Bronny will be expected to make a difference on the Trojans from day one. Asking any freshman to do that isn’t easy. But once again, he’s used to it.

He has the same offensive instincts as his dad

No, Bronny isn’t 6’8 and built like a linebacker, but that doesn’t mean his game isn’t mirrored after his dad. This past season we saw Bronny make clean passes with his good court vision, show floor general IQ, run the wing, catch lobs, and finish around the rim. His handle is better than his dad at this age, and he’s a way better catch-and-shoot player than his dad ever was.

Although at times Bronny can get a little passive and allows the game to come to him. In a star, that’s not exactly what you always want, but in a point guard, you don’t mind that.

He’s an elite defender

Nowadays with the mixtapes and highlights reels for teens, it’s easy to get caught in the offensive talent, but Bronny possesses both. We’ve seen him make chase down blocks from behind (like his dad), and get steals from intruding the passing lane. He can slide his feet well and matchup on the ball at an elite level. He’s 6’3 and isn’t afraid to rebounds as well.

He grew up in the NBA

If you’ve been following LeBron’s career as a player than you’ve seen his sons grow up before your eyes. Mix in AAU, his high school team being nationally ranked, and following his dad, he’s used to traveling, the girls, the followers and all the fame. When he steps to USC, his face is going to be plastered all over ESPN. He’s gotten advice from the best in the league and knows some personally. Nothing will be new to the young man, and because of that, he’ll thrive.