Los Angeles Lakers Trade Rumors: 3 players the Lakers need to trade this summer

#1 Kyle Kuzma

Cleveland Cavaliers v Los Angeles Lakers

Kyle Kuzma was the Lakers' most impressive young player during the 17/18 campaign, and while he has performed reasonably well into his second season, he has failed to really kick on as expected.

When compared to his debut year, Kuzma's shooting stats have improved slightly, and due to his ability to score with ease, there is no doubting that he can average 20 points per game over the course of his career.

However, the power forward remains incredibly inept on the defensive end, and due to his inability to flourish in a catch and shoot role, he appears to be a bad fit alongside LeBron James. There are also concerns that due to entering the league at 22, Kuzma is already close to reaching his ceiling.

With Brandon Ingram and Lonzo Ball both showing considerable improvement over the last 12 months, Kuzma looks to be the fall guy, although there will be no shortage of suitors for his services.