How does he fit the team?
Mar 27, 2014; Anaheim, CA, USA; Arizona Wildcats forward Aaron Gordon (11) dunks the ball past San Diego State Aztecs forward Matt Shrigley (40) during the second half in the semifinals of the west regional of the 2014 NCAA Mens Basketball Championship tournament at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
The Lakers need help everywhere. Interior defensive presence was a huge issue all last season with the absence of Dwight Howard. Pick and roll defensive coverage could be considered sub-par at best. He’s a defensive-oriented player with the youth, athleticism, and work ethic to be groomed into a future All-Star player. Unlike most All-Star players, he would likely play both ends of the floor, equally well, at a high level.