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Magic Johnson Addresses Lakers Not Working Out Jayson Tatum Ahead Of 2017 NBA Draft

Back in the mid to late-2010s when the Los Angeles Lakers found themselves near the top of the draft, the scouting department and front office did an excellent job of identifying and drafting great talent. But one move that many have questioned Magic Johnson, Rob Pelinka and the Lakers’ staff at the time about was the team selecting Lonzo Ball over Jayson Tatum in 2017.

While Ball has had a solid career that has been decimated due to injuries, Tatum has become a multi-time All-Star and All-NBA player who led the Boston Celtics to the 2024 NBA Championship.