As expected on Thursday night, the Los Angeles Lakers selected UCLA point guard Lonzo Ball with the second overall selection in the 2017 NBA Draft. His father, LaVar Ball, immediately reminded us of his unconventional style by proclaiming Lonzo will lead the Lakers to the playoffs next season.
The Lakers will be getting the best overall passer and playmaker in this draft with the selection of Ball. He averaged 14.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 7.6 assists during his only season at UCLA. The 7.6 assists led the nation and were the third-highest total ever recorded by a freshman.