Los Angeles Lakers: Player Rankings Entering the Season
By Eric Yee
October 22, 2015; Anaheim, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Julius Randle (30) moves the ball against the defense of Golden State Warriors forward
(23) during the first half at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
B. Randle has shown flashes of greatness but still has a ways to go. PF. LA Lakers. JULIUS RANDLE
Just like during his Summer League stint, sophomore Julius Randle showed flashes of greatness throughout the preseason. At times he looked like a future All-Star in the making, at others he looked dejected and impatient.
Alongside D’Angelo Russell, Randle will prove to be one of the most interesting storylines to follow this season. It has been said before, but considering he is coming off a season ending injury, Randle has been impressive so far.
He has a long ways to go if he wants to actualize, or surpass, his comparisons to Lamar Odom, Charles Barkley or Blake Griffin, but Lakers fans can expect a great season from him this year. Randle’s confidence, skill set and decision making will only grow with time, meaning fans will need to be patient with him and Russell alike.