Los Angeles Lakers: 3 Players that need to step up for the Lakers this season

#2 Alex Caruso

Alex Caruso made a real impact during the final months of the season

The second half of the 18-19 season was incredibly disappointing for the Los Angeles Lakers, although the emergence of Alex Caruso was a bright spark.

After struggling to find a spot in the rotation, the 25-year-old’s time with the Lakers looked to be winding down as the team limped out of postseason contention. Nevertheless, injuries to Rajon Rondo and Lonzo Ball provided Caruso with the minutes he desired, and the point guard produced a series of excellent performances during the final weeks of the season.

It was enough to convince the Lakers to bring him back, and Caruso could have ample opportunities on a roster lacking quality at the guard position. While unlikely to begin the season as a starter, Caruso could find himself averaging 17-20 minutes from the bench, and a series of impressive performances could see him move ahead of Rondo.

Ultimately, the point guard position is Los Angeles' biggest weakness heading into the season, and Caruso will give Frank Vogel's side an immense lift if he kicks on from his breakout season.