2017 NBA Mock Draft 3.0: De’Aaron Fox continues to rise; Knicks find their PG

By Tony Webb | May 29, 2017

Feb 4, 2017; Seattle, WA, USA; Washington Huskies guard Markelle Fultz (20) dribbles against UCLA Bruins guard Lonzo Ball (2) during the first half at Alaska Airlines Arena at Hec Edmundson Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /

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No. 2 Los Angeles Lakers – Lonzo Ball (UCLA, FR, Point Guard)

Whether you like the pick or not, it’s happening. Lonzo Ball will be on the Lakers, to the pure joy of Big Baller Brand.

Looking past the media and his the father’s antics, Lonzo can flat out play basketball. Ball has great size, a great basketball IQ and is a clutch playmaker. Ball has limitless range and a plethora of offensive moves. His passing game and his ability to distribute the ball is what will make him shine in the league.

Ball averaged 7.6 assists and opened up the offense for UCLA on nights where his shot struggled.

Moving D’Angelo Russell over the to the 2 (or potentially trading him) along with playing with Julius Randle and Brandon Ingram makes Ball a good fit for the Lakers. With or without the headaches from LaVar Ball.