Deandre Ayton (Trail Blazers > Los Angeles Lakers)
July 2025
Free agent center Deandre Ayton has signed a two-year deal with the Lakers after finalizing a buyout with the Trail Blazers. He’ll earn $34 million next season and has a player option in Year 2.
Ayton chose the Lakers over several contenders after clearing waivers. He’ll anchor L.A.’s starting lineup alongside Luka Doncic, forming a top 2018 draft duo. He averaged 14.4 PPG and 10.2 RPG last season.