Tag: Deandre Ayton

Lakers News: Deandre Ayton Has Stood Out To Marcus Smart In Training Camp

The Los Angeles Lakers brought in some new players that they believe will help this team reach the next level and truly become championship contenders. Deandre Ayton was signed to fill the team's hole at the center position while Marcus…

JJ Redick: Lakers ‘Playing Cards We’re Dealt’ With Luka Doncic & LeBron James In Training Camp

Arguably the most important addition the Los Angeles Lakers made this offseason was that of center Deandre Ayton. The Lakers greatly needed an upgrade in the middle and Ayton is an ideal fit next to the Lakers superstar duo of…

Lakers News: Deandre Ayton Has Not Yet Gotten To Work With Luka Doncic & LeBron James

The training camp and preseason is crucial for the Los Angeles Lakers to integrate their new players into the system, particularly starting center Deandre Ayton. Unfortunately, the Lakers are through five practices and two preseason games, and they're yet to…

Lakers Media Day: Deandre Ayton Believes Playing Next To Luka Doncic Will Make Game Easier For Him

This season is extremely important for Deandre Ayton as he is looking to redeem himself with the Los Angeles Lakers. Trying to recapture those winning habits is key because he was a big piece to making the NBA Finals with…

Austin Reaves: Lakers Need To Find Ways To Get Deandre Ayton Involved Offensively

In Friday's preseason opener, the Los Angeles Lakers encountered plenty of struggles on both sides of the floor. That was particularly the case for new center Deandre Ayton, who did not find a flow offensively and only got two shot…

Deandre Ayton Wanted To Show Commitment To Defense In Lakers Preseason Debut

The Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their preseason slate with a loss to the Phoenix Suns on Friday night, which was the first look at new starting center Deandre Ayton in purple and gold. Ayton has been known for his…

Lakers Media Day: LeBron James Discusses Marcus Smart, Deandre Ayton & Jake LaRavia Additions

Outside of the 2019-20 season, the upcoming 2025-26 season might represent LeBron James' best chance to win one more title. James has the luxury of playing second banana to Luka Doncic, a position he's never been in before as he's…

Lakers Media Day: Deandre Ayton Embracing Pressure Of ‘Biggest Opportunity’ Of Career

As a former No.1 overall pick, Deandre Ayton's career looks underwhelming on paper but he has chance to write a new chapter with the Los Angeles Lakers. Ayton was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers, opening up a path…

Lakers News: Rob Pelinka Impressed With Deandre Ayton In Offseason Workouts

As the 2025-26 season fastly approaches, the Los Angeles Lakers are excited to see their new additions take the floor. At the top of the list is Deandre Ayton, a center who has averaged a double-double every year of his…

Lakers Nation Roundtable: Storylines To Watch For During Training Camp

The start of the Los Angeles Lakers' 2025-26 season is just around the corner as Media Day is set for Monday, Sept. 29 with training camp and the preseason to follow. This will be an important training camp for the…