2017 NBA Draft: 3 bold predictions for Los Angeles Lakers

With the 2017 NBA Draft a few weeks away, now seems like the right time to make some bold predictions for how things will play out for the Los Angeles Lakers.

We’re now into June, and the 2017 NBA Draft is only three weeks away. The Los Angeles Lakers own two first round picks, and have certainly been busy trying to figure out what to do with them. If my bold predictions pan out, though, they’ll be very happy with the end results.

Realistically, there are many different directions the Lakers can go on draft day. Magic Johnson will be looking to make the most of the team’s current assets, while also building for a brighter future. That could entail trading up to get a player he really likes, or trading down/out if it means improving the club’s financial situation.

Either way, expect the Lakers to be active on June 22. It’s going to be a big night for one of the NBA’s most storied franchises, especially considering they currently own the No. 2 overall pick. And we can’t forget that there’s plenty of potential to be had with the No. 28 overall selection as well. Just look at the Lakers’ last two picks in the 27-32 range if you’re not convinced.

For now, though, all we can do is wait and speculate. Then again, that’s why you’re here reading this.

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So without further ado, let’s take a look at my bold predictions for the Lakers during the 2017 NBA Draft. Just remember that these are meant to push the limits of logic, and aren’t necessarily meant as hard predictions for what will happen on draft night.