5 Things We’ve Learned From The Los Angeles Lakers’ Early-Season Action

Julius Randle Is Primed For A Breakout Season

It’s been a long two years as the Lakers have patiently waited for Julius Randle to unlock his true potential. We saw glimpses of the playmaker he could be a season ago, and now the young forward appears to be putting it all together.

He did get off to a slow start, but the past few games have seen him emerge as a rising star for the Lakers. Randle is dominating the boards like he did last season, playing more efficiently on offense and showing serious maturation in his all-around game.

Especially with Luke Walton looking to use him in a Draymond Green-type of role, the early returns have been promising. Randle is doing exactly what the Lakers needed him to do–providing a forceful presence in the paint who can make an impact on both ends of the court.

It’s still unclear who will be the star for this Los Angeles team moving forward. While most assumed it would be either D’Angelo Russell or Brandon Ingram, Randle isn’t ready to drop out of that race just yet.

Don’t be surprised if Randle’s stock continues to soar as the 2016-17 campaign rolls along.