NBA Draft 2012: Power Ranking Best L.A. Lakers’ Drafts Since 2000

Let's face it.

The Los Angeles Lakers draft classes have never been all that great throughout history, especially recently. They've relied more on free agent acquisitions rather than the draft to succeed.

They've been so good throughout the years that they rarely get any solid draft picks. In fact, the team hasn't had a first-round draft pick since 2009. 

That being said, there have been a few diamonds in the rough that have helped the Lakers win some titles over the years. But overall, there have been more no-namers.

Without further ado, let's rank the Lakers' drafts since 2000.

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