Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Damian Lillard hoping to team up with Deandre Ayton?

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 5/16/22

Damian Lillard was not a participant in this year’s postseason, but he seemed to have his eye on things.

Lillard knows that the Phoenix Suns had a disappointing playoff exit. He may be hoping that one of the Suns’ stars forces his way to the Blazers.

Lillard “liked” a tweet Sunday night that said Deandre Ayton should go win a ring with Lillard.

Damian Lillards most recent like about Deandre Ayton @Dame_Lillard #RipCity #NBATwitter #NBAPlayoffs pic.twitter.com/2nV99STXUC

— Timeout Talks (@Timeouttalks) May 16, 2022

The tweet is well-timed too.

Not only did the top-seeded Suns lose in the second round of the playoffs at home, but they were blown out and embarrassed in Game 7. Additionally, Ayton seemed to have an issue with his head coach in the game.

Ayton was unhappy with the Suns entering the season due to his contract situation. He will be a restricted free agent and may have his eye on an exit. Lillard is under contract with Portland for three more seasons, counting his player option. He is recovering from abdominal surgery in January.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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