2016 NBA Mock Draft: Built On Unpredictability

March 24, 2016; Anaheim, CA, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Brandon Ingram (14) dunks to score a basket against Oregon Ducks during the second half of the semifinal game in the West regional of the NCAA Tournament at Honda Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports /

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Mar 19, 2016; Providence, RI, USA; Duke Blue Devils guard Brandon Ingram (14) shoots over Yale Bulldogs forward Brandon Sherrod (35) during the second half of a second round game of the 2016 NCAA Tournament at Dunkin Donuts Center. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Los Angeles Lakers – Brandon Ingram (Duke)

Brandon Ingram has superstar potential in his own right, which makes it a good thing that the Los Angeles Lakers get to keep their draft pick this year. Ingram is a scorer that is going to find ways to get his share of buckets on any given night.

Ingram, 18, doesn’t have as complete of a game that a No. 2 pick would typically have, but that can be attributed to a maturing body and inexperience. He is 6-foot-9, so he has NBA size, but only weighs 196 pounds. As he continues to grow and fill his frame, he’ll become stronger and more polished on both ends of the court.

Ingram is going to have to use his quickness to find open shots. His jump shot is his biggest asset entering the NBA. He shot 41 percent from three-point range at Duke. He is comfortable with the ball in his hands, too. He had a 25.6 usage rate during his freshman campaign and had a turnover rate of 11.3.

As Ingram continues to gain strength and grow into his body, he will become a better finisher in transition and could improve as a post scorer. His potential to develop as a scorer is a scary thought.

The Lakers are in a great position to get a go-to scorer to pair with D’Angelo Russell and Julius Randle. Ingram will be able to take the load off of both young stars, and has an opportunity to become a leader in L.A.

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