NBA Draft 2012: Why LA Lakers Could Still Nab a Stud Late in the Second Round

Whether they advance deep into the playoffs or bow out early, the Los Angeles Lakers most definitely need alterations to their roster this summer.

And though they have been giving up first-round draft choices as if they were old socks, the Lakers still own a late second-round pick in June and could find a diamond in the very, very rough underbelly of the NBA draft.

Perfect example: Sacramento point guard Isaiah Thomas was the No. 60 player chosen a year ago and is now being talked about as a possible rookie of the year. 

The 5'9" former Washington Husky started 37 games for the Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Lakers
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