Los Angeles Lakers News: Jordan Clarkson Gives Back As He Reads To Kids; Rookie Already Back To Work To Prepare For Breakout Season

Los Angeles Lakers rookie Jordan Clarkson proved that he knows how to give back as he reads to second graders. When he's not doing his community duties, the former Missouri standout is working on his game.

News surrounding the Lakers' rookie have generally been positive and for good reason. On May 5, Jordan Clarkson shared on Twitter a photo of him reading to the class of 12 graders. He wrote, "While in Columbia had a chance to spend some time and read books with this 2nd grade class, thanks @MAGICWAND15 #MIZ."

Meanwhile, Jordan Clarkson shared another photo on Twitter showing the Los Angeles Lakers practice facility in El Segundo as he prepares to work on his game. He wrote, "In another post Summer is now in session #6ix @youballtraining @justoutlaw."

One fan noted, "Nothing like that killer instinct and willingness to get better! Excited for next season bro!"

Another said, "You guys had better do something useful next year. You are far better basketball players than you all showed. Have pride in yourself and organization, and win a championship. And make sure you're the starting point guard. Best pick in the last draft."

Even if the Los Angeles Lakers rookie only average 11.9 points, 3.5 assists and 3.2 rebounds during the regular season, the good news is his scoring average actually increased to 15.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and five assists on 45.8 percent shooting after the All Star Break when he was inserted to the starting lineup.

In the Los Angeles Lakers news from LA Times, Jordan Clarkson explained that he always play with a chip on his shoulder after being selected very low in the draft.

But the rest of the league already took notice as defenses were already geared to stop him after the All-Star break up until he suffered an injury at the end of the season.

Although teammate Carlos Boozer called him "baby Westbrook" because of his speed and explosiveness, Jordan Clarkson said that, "I kind of want to be my own player."