Lakers: 3 Players LA Can Target With Their Late-First Rounder

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Feb 9, 2017; Durham, NC, USA; North Carolina Tar Heels forward Justin Jackson (44) drives against Duke Blue Devils guard Luke Kennard (5) in the first half of their game at Cameron Indoor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Dolejs-USA TODAY Sports /

Draft Success is Very Important for a Rebuilding Team. And with Potentially Two First Round Picks in the Upcoming Draft, There is a lot of Pressure on the Lakers.

For shipping Lou Williams to Houston, the Lakers were able to acquire their 2017 first round draft pick. The Rockets currently own the league’s fourth-best winning percentage. That would currently put the pick at number 27 in June.

These late draft picks can be key to the success of a rebuilding team. Recently, the Lakers have had some late draft success. Jordan Clarkson (46th pick), Larry Nance Jr (27th) and Ivica Zubac (32nd) are all viewed as fundamental parts of the young core that the Lakers have amassed.

Hitting the mark on this pick could be pivotal in the rebuild. This article will look at three prospects that would be realistic for the Lakers with the pick and analyze how they would fit with the team.

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