Lakers fans will be disappointed to learn that rookie point guard Lonzo Ball has been officially ruled out for Friday's Rising Stars Challenge, which kicks off NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles.
Fortunately, the Purple and Gold will still have two representatives in rookie standout Kyle Kuzma and second-year star Brandon Ingram.
As Ball, his roster spot will be filled by an old nemesis on the court — Sacramento Kings rookie De'Aaron Fox.