Closing Thoughts
Given a little more context, the decision of who the best player in the young core is at this moment is easier to understand.
There’s plenty of angles to argue from, but right now the most important one is experience.
Jordan Clarkson has been that guy.
Coming off the bench, especially early on in the season, he and Lou Williams headlined one of the best benches in the NBA.
Brandon Ingram has had those moments for a few games off the bench, but not to the same extent as Clarkson.
The rest of the young players do have to grow, but that could change depending on how Clarkson leads them.
While not asked to, Clarkson has had to step up for the team when D’Angelo Russell goes out or has an off night.
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Being dependability is huge for the Lakers moving forward, and surely Luke Walton will take that into account from here on out.