Since coming back from the break, Julius Randle has indisputably been the Los Angeles Lakers’ best player. In fact, he’s been their best player for a few months now and with each monster game from the 23-year-old forward, it’s becoming clear this isn’t just a hot streak. Randle is a star on the rise.
Since returning from the All-Star break, Randle is one of three players averaging at least 20 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists, per stats.nba.com. The others? Reigning league MVP Russell Westbrook and four-time league MVP LeBron James.