Lakers Draft

BROOKLYN, NY - JUNE 22: Front Row (L-R) - OG Anunoby, Dennis Smith, Malik Monk, Luke Kennard, Lonzo Ball, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver, Markelle Fultz, De'aaron Fox, Frank Ntilikina, Justin Jackson, Back Row (L-R) Bam Adebayo, Jonathan Isaac, Justin Patton, Lauri Markkanen, Jayson Tatum, Josh Jackson, Zach Collins, Donovan Mitchell and TJ Leaf pose for a portrait prior to the 2017 NBA Draft on June 22, 2017 at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. 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 2017 NBAE (Photo by Nathaniel S. Butler /NBAE via Getty Images)

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Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; A general view of a video board displaying all thirty first round selections in the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

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Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Lonzo Ball (UCLA) is introduced by NBA commissioner Adam Silver as the number two overall pick to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers receive good mark in Chad Ford’s 2017 NBA Draft grades

Mar 15, 2017; Buffalo, NY, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) speaks with the media prior to the practice session for the first round of 2017 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports

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Oct 21, 2016; San Francisco, CA, USA; Utah junior forward Kyle Kuzma during Pac-12 men's basketball media day at Pac-12 Conference/Pac-12 Networks. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 reasons why Kyle Kuzma was a smart pick

Feb 13, 2017; Rosemont, IL, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) reacts during the first half against the DePaul Blue Demons at the Allstate Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: What Kyle Kuzma, Josh Hart, Thomas Bryant can bring

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks before the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers are not among the losers of 2017 NBA Draft

Feb 8, 2017; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons former player Isiah Thomas is honored during halftime of the game between the Detroit Pistons and the Los Angeles Lakers at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Isiah Thomas a big fan of Lonzo Ball

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Lonzo Ball (UCLA) celebrates with his father LaVar Ball after being introduced as the number two overall pick to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: It is time to “Ball” out

Apr 1, 2017; Glendale, AZ, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks guard PJ Dozier (15) works around Gonzaga Bulldogs guard Nigel Williams-Goss (5) during the first half in the semifinals of the 2017 NCAA Men's Final Four at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers sign undrafted rookie free agent P.J. Dozier

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Lonzo Ball (UCLA) is introduced by NBA commissioner Adam Silver as the number two overall pick to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Breaking down the 2017 NBA Draft after Lonzo Ball

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; NBA prospects pose for a group photo before the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers get high mark in complete 2017 NBA Draft first round grades

Apr 13, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers former player Earvin "Magic" Johnson introduces Lakers forward Kobe Bryant (not pictured) before a game against the Utah Jazz at Staples Center. Bryant concludes his 20-year NBA career tonight. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

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Feb 1, 2017; Bloomington, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers center Thomas Bryant (31) dribbles the ball up court against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Assembly Hall. Indiana defeats Penn State in triple overtime 110-102. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers pick Thomas Bryant 42nd in 2017 NBA Draft

Mar 10, 2017; New York, NY, USA; Villanova Wildcats guard Josh Hart (3) reacts after three-point shot against Seton Hall Pirates during the Big East Conference Tournament Semifinals at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Noah K. Murray-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers trade back for 30th pick in 2017 NBA Draft, pick Josh Hart

Feb 10, 2016; Salt Lake City, UT, USA; Utah Utes forward Kyle Kuzma (35) dribbles the ball along the baseline during the second half against the Washington Huskies at Jon M. Huntsman Center. Utah won 90-82. Mandatory Credit: Russ Isabella-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers pick Kyle Kuzma 27th in 2017 NBA Draft

Mar 27, 2015; Syracuse, NY, USA; Michigan State Spartans former player Magic Johnson during the second half against the Oklahoma Sooners in the semifinals of the east regional of the 2015 NCAA Tournament at Carrier Dome. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers Rumors: Interest to trade into the end of the NBA Draft lottery

Jun 22, 2017; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Lonzo Ball (UCLA) is introduced by NBA commissioner Adam Silver as the number two overall pick to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2017 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers select UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball with 2nd pick in 2017 NBA Draft

Mar 4, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) signals in the second half against the Washington State Cougars at Pauley Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers select Lonzo Ball in most recent ESPN NBA Mock Draft

Jun 23, 2016; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver speaks before the start of the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Updated 2017 NBA Draft order

Jun 23, 2016; New York, NY, USA; Brandon Ingram (Duke) walks off stage after being selected as the number two overall pick to the Los Angeles Lakers in the first round of the 2016 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: How to watch the 2017 NBA Draft online

Mar 19, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) is interviewed by TV reporter Rosalyn Gold-Onwude after defeating the Cincinnati Bearcats in the second round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 reasons to select Lonzo Ball second overall

Feb 13, 2016; Berkeley, CA, USA; California Golden Bears forward Ivan Rabb (1) is called for a foul against Oregon State Beavers forward Tres Tinkle (3) during the second half at Haas Pavilion. The California Golden Bears defeated the Oregon State Beavers 83-71. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: 4 players to consider drafting if they keep picks 27 and 28

Jan 10, 2017; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard D'Angelo Russell (1) reacts during the second quarter against the Portland Trail Blazers at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelvin Kuo-USA TODAY Sports

Los Angeles Lakers: Fans have mixed reactions to D’Angelo Russell trade

Mar 17, 2017; Sacramento, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) prepares to shoot the ball against the Kent State Golden Flashes in the first round of the 2017 NCAA Tournament at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers Rumors: Lonzo Ball to be selected No. 2 in 2017 NBA Draft