#2 Josh Hart

Despite being the least talked about member of the Lakers Young Core, Josh Hart started the season in fine form. In the early stages of the season, Hart benefited from the arrival of LeBron James, as his skillset looked to be a natural fit alongside the 15-time All-Star.

Thanks to a string of impressive performances, the 24-year-old quickly forced himself into Luke Walton's starting lineup, although since the turn of the year, Hart's form has deserted him, resulting in a return to the reserve unit.
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In his second season in the NBA, Hart has continued to struggle offensively, and the shooting guard is currently shooting just over 40% from the floor. He has also struggled for consistency from beyond the arc and Hart is yet to become the two-way force that many backed him to develop into. At 24, Hart is likely to improve, although the chances of him developing into a starting caliber player on a contending team look slim, and the Lakers should include him in any trade package for Davis.
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