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Lakers rumors: Five reasons to start Jordan Clarkson at point guard

By Keith Rivas

Dec 23, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) reacts against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center.Orlando Magic defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 109-90. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 23, 2016; Orlando, FL, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) reacts against the Orlando Magic during the second half at Amway Center.Orlando Magic defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 109-90. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 5, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) drives against Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 5, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Clippers guard Jamal Crawford (11) drives against Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) during the second half at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports /

Closing Thoughts

Before they get back to the top of the league, they’ll have to climb their division, conference, and also city.

Right now, Golden State is still the team to beat in the Pacific division, and the Spurs, Rockets, and even Jazz are still a threat in the conference.

But Los Angeles is back up for grabs.

With the potentially devastating off-season that the Clippers have set themselves up for, it’s the perfect time for the Lakers to step on the gas pedal. Free agents such as Blake Griffin, Chris Paul, and J.J. Redick — three starters, mind you — are expected to explore options elsewhere.

If the Clippers fail to pull any big names in to fill those gaps (or re-sign them), the Lakers will have a shot as soon as next season to be the best basketball team at Staples Center.

Next: 15 Free Agents For The Lakers To Pursue

And it’s about time that happened.

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