Lakers Rumors: Marcus Smart, Elfrid Payton and More Draft Buzz

After a season worth forgetting, there is justifiably a fair bit of anticipation heading into this draft, an unfamiliar sensation for many Los Angeles Lakers fans. Normally the draft for this team is about finding a diamond in the rough later in the draft, not trying to identify the team's next franchise player in the lottery.

But that's where the Lakers stand nonetheless, and not surprisingly that's where the rumors surrounding the team are also focused. 

When the Lakers select at No. 7 overall, a slew of good players will still be available. But which are they likely to target?

Well, it seems point guard wil...

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