Rookie Joel Berry II Expresses Excitement At Being Part Of Lakers Organization

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Following the NBA Draft in June, the Los Angeles Lakers quickly signed a number of undrafted rookies to participate on their Summer League team. One of the more intriguing names was former North Carolina point guard Joel Berry II. A three-year starter with the Tar Heels, Berry was named Final Four Most Outstanding Player in 2017, leading North Carolina to the National Championship. Despite a stellar career with the Tar Heels, Berry’s non-flashy game and lack of elite physical tools kept him from getting drafted. While that disappointed Berry, his mood quickly changed once the Lakers came calling after the draft. In an interview with HoopsHype’s Drew Ruiz, Berry spoke about his excitement at joining

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