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Lakers: Where do Lonzo Ball, Kyle Kuzma rank among the top 10 rookies?

ByJason Reed|
(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
(Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
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(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) – Lakers Lonzo Ball Kyle Kuzma
(Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) – Lakers Lonzo Ball Kyle Kuzma

Lonzo Ball and Kyle Kuzma have been a huge reason why the Los Angeles Lakers are succeeding this season. Compared to their peers, how good have Ball and Kuzma been?

TheLos Angeles Lakersmay not be back to the title-contending status that fans have grown so used to. LA still probably will end up missing the playoffs with the myriad of contending teams; marking the fifth consecutive season without playoff basketball. For some fans, that is an unsuccessful season.

However, this season has been a huge success and is a huge stepping stone towards success in the future.

Magic Johnsonand Rob Pelinka have done wonderfully in their first season running the team. Before the year,D’Angelo Russell,Nick Young,Tarik BlackandDavid Nwabaall departed LA. In cameBrook Lopez,Kentavious Caldwell-Popeand most importantly, the rookies;Lonzo Ball,Kyle KuzmaandJosh Hart.

That trio has been great for the Lakers this season, Ball and Kuzma leading the way of the three.Julius Randlehas enjoyed success at an increased role at center.Brandon Ingramis blossoming into something special. Even withoutJordan Clarksonand Larry Nance Jr, the Lakers have made it work withIsaiah Thomas.

Los Angeles has already surpassed the team’s win total from last season (26). With a 29-35 record, the Lakers look ready to surpass the33-win predictionESPN placed on them prior to the year.

Lonzo Ball and Kyle Kuzma have been two of the most important pieces in this quick turnaround. With the season entering its final stages, where do Ball and Kuzma rank among fellow rookies?

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