Los Angeles Lakers: 3 takeaways from win against the Indiana Pacers

LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 19: Jordan Clarkson #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers is congratulated by Larry Nance Jr. #7 after scoring a basket and getting fouled against the Indiana Pacers during the first half at Staples Center on January 19, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. Clarkson scored a game high 33 point to defat the Pacers, 99-86. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - JANUARY 19: Jordan Clarkson #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers is congratulated by Larry Nance Jr. #7 after scoring a basket and getting fouled against the Indiana Pacers during the first half at Staples Center on January 19, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. Clarkson scored a game high 33 point to defat the Pacers, 99-86. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
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Los Angeles Lakers: 3 takeaways from win against the Indiana Pacers
LOS ANGELES, CA – JANUARY 19: Jordan Clarkson #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers handles the ball against the Indiana Pacers on January 19, 2018 at STAPLES Center in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2018 NBAE (Photo by Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)

Jordan Clarkson

This season has been one of the most lopsided for Jordan Clarkson. On the negative side, he is playing a career-low in minutes, is averaging the second-fewest points in his career, and has a career-low of starts.

On the positive, however, JC is averaging a career-high in field goal percentage, the second-highest three-point percentage of his career, and the second-highest assist average of his career.

Ever since he heard reports that he was on the trading block, Clarkson struggled to play well with the team. From then up until last night’s matchup, he averaged 8.4 points in 19.4 minutes. Additionally, he shot 33.3 percent from the field and an awful 14.3 percent from deep.

Last night, however, Clarkson found his spark once again. The four-year pro finished the night with 33 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists. Furthermore, he shot 73.7 percent from the floor and 50 percent from deep.

Hopefully, JC can continue to help the Lakers win and boost his trade value.

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