Deandre Ayton Appreciates JJ Redick & Lakers Coaching Staff Having His Back
One of the most interesting pieces of the Los Angeles Lakers' season was center Deandre Ayton. The former first overall pick came to L.A. looking to revitalize his career under the brightest lights and while there were some positive times,…
Deandre Ayton Describes Lakers Season As ‘Humbling Experience’ After Making Sacrifices
Coming into this season for the Los Angeles Lakers, one of the most intriguing pieces was center Deandre Ayton. The former top overall pick was looking to change the narrative on his career after a down year and questions about…
Deandre Ayton Has Not Yet Thought About Option On Lakers Contract
The offseason is officially underway for the Los Angeles Lakers after they were eliminated by the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night. It's a massive offseason for L.A., as they could have upwards of nine free agents, including Deandre Ayton.…
Lakers News: JJ Redick Maintains Belief In Deandre Ayton
Throughout the season, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has continually spoken about center Deandre Ayton and his importance to the success of this team. When Ayton has played well, the Lakers have generally been successful. But after a…
Lakers News: Deandre Ayton Believes Marcus Smart Is ‘True Leader’
The two most important additions for the Los Angeles Lakers last summer were starting center Deandre Ayton and former Defensive Player of the Year guard Marcus Smart. Both came to the Lakers on discount deals after being bought out by…
Deandre Ayton Discusses Keys For Him In Lakers’ Series Vs. Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton came up big to close out the first-round series against the Houston Rockets, and now he knows the team will need more of the same from him if they want to have a chance…
Deandre Ayton Accepted JJ Redick’s Challenge To Guard Alperen Sengun 1-On-1
Deandre Ayton was a polarizing player for the Los Angeles Lakers this year due to his inconsistent play. However, when the games have been most important in the playoffs, he has stepped up in a big way, particularly in Game…
Lakers News: Marcus Smart Shows Love To Deandre Ayton For Play In Rockets Series
The Los Angeles Lakers are on to the second round of the NBA Playoffs after defeating the Houston Rockets in six games. Game 6 came with the Lakers' best defensive effort of the series, led by Marcus Smart and Deandre…
Deandre Ayton Looking To Change Narrative Around Him This Postseason
This season has been an up-and-down one for Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton. The big man initially struggled to find his footing and chemistry with the rest of the team, but really began to figure things out down the…
Lakers News: Marcus Smart Praises Deandre Ayton’s Composure
Deandre Ayton has been a major factor in the Los Angeles Lakers taking a 3-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets. Ayton has been engaged on both ends of the floor for the Lakers, able to defend and score when…
