NBA News, Rumors And Updates: [WATCH] Los Angeles Lakers Forward Julius Randle Drove Past Dryamond Green, Say's 'He Can't Guard Me'

By Staff Reporter | Oct 19, 2015 06:00 AM EDT

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Julius Randle has finally arrived at the Los Angeles Lakers and he is an absolute beast.

As reported by Bleacher Report, during a cut-short preseason game with the defending champions Golden State Warriors, Randle drove past Draymond Green and was fouled on the play, the second-year Lakers forward was feeling really confident and was seen mouthing "He can't guard me."

Ouch. But this is not even the first time this happened between Green and Randle, Fansided has learned. Just last year, the young Laker danced his way to the basket and gave Green a sweet spin move, leaving one of the best defenders in the NBA watching as Randle connects with a beautiful layup.

Randle is absolutely on fire so far this preseason as he tallied 14 points in just 12 minutes. His efficiency is really off the charts as he also recorded a 50 percent shooting from the field, a feat he did for five consecutive games.

Just a few years ago, many were doubting Randle's game as a professional due to his lack of height and length that's usually expected on a power forward. However, as he continues to show his athleticism and finesse, he's slowly but surely converting non-believers into fans.

 According to Silver Screen And Roll, all of this can be attributed to Randle's insane work ethic. Apart from Kobe Bryant, who's known for his obsessive love and respect for the game, the young forward can be deemed as the second most hardworking player on the team.

"I just love the game of basketball, honestly," Randle said when asked what kept him motivated during the low points of his recovery process. "I see where I want to be, I know how hard I have to work, and I have a great example in Kobe and his leadership. I'm just self-driven, and I've always been that way since I was a kid."

If Randle continues to do what he's doing, he's going to be the face of the Lakers and the NBA in the future.

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