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Deandre Ayton became one of the most talented big men on the free-agent market when he recently finalized a buyout agreement with the Portland Trail Blazers, but teams that have interest in the former No.

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SOURCES: Reason Why Deandre Ayton Was Bought Out

PORTLAND – The Portland Trail Blazers stunned the NBA this week by confirming Deandre Ayton had been bought out of his contract, freeing the former No.

Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Brutal Deandre Ayton Blazers revelations should give Lakers pause

Since his release from the Portland Trail Blazers, DeAndre Ayton has received serious interest from the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency. While the move makes sense on paper, the apparent reason why Ayton is available in the first place should concern any team looking to sign him.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Portland Trail Blazers 2025 NBA Draft grade for No. 16 pick

The Portland Trail Blazers returned from the 2025 NBA Draft with one of the most surprising picks. In what has turned out to be a polarizing move, the Trail Blazers initially traded down from the No.11 pick after a deal with the Memphis Grizzlies.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / July 1

Lakers Rumors: DFS, Ayton, LeBron, Wiggins, LaRavia

After Dorian Finney-Smith turned down his $15.4MM player option for the 2025/26 season, the Lakers offered him a new contract, but it only covered two seasons, according to Dan Woike of The Athletic.

Deandre Ayton News / Fadeaway World / July 1

Lakers Trade Target Deandre Ayton Reportedly Threw Tantrums In Locker Room, Which Led To $25.5 Million Buyout

Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton has garnered a lot of interest from teams in the free agency market, primarily being linked in trade rumors with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / June 30

Blazers’ Latest Offseason Move Has Major Financial Ramifications

The Portland Trail Blazers are getting some needed salary cap relief ahead of NBA free agency. The Blazers and center Deandre Ayton came to an agreement regarding a contract buyout, making the big man available on the market.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / June 30

Blazers Predicted to Make Huge Roster Changes This Offseason

The Portland Trail Blazers head into the off-season with big ambitions of restructuring the team's roster. Portland already made waves during the offseason — trading away guard Anferee Simons for veteran Jrue Holiday.

Deandre Ayton News / Hoops Wire / June 30

Deandre Ayton Expected To Sign With Lakers

Once he clears waivers, Deandre Ayton is expected to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Chris Haynes. Ayton and Luka Doncic have the same agent. Ayton finalized a contract buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers to become a free agent.

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A Smart Target for the Trail Blazers Mid-Level Exception

One guard could make a bigger difference than his contract. When the Portland Trail Blazers agreed to buy out center Deandre Ayton this weekend they left open a roster spot and potential dollars to spend.

Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Kendrick Perkins hits Deandre Ayton with ‘diva, cancer’ labels

After reaching a buyout agreement with the Portland Trail Blazers, DeAndre Ayton becomes a top free-agent center ahead of the busiest time of the year for NBA executives.

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Rich Paul News / NBA Analysis Network / June 30

Rich Paul reveals thoughts on Yang Hansen being selected to Portland Trail Blazers in the biggest NBA Draft surprise

The Portland Trail Blazers came under fire for picking Yang Hansen in the first round of the NBA Draft, although Rich Paul was not surprised to hear his name called that early.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Trail Blazers Commit To Clingan And Yang After Ayton Buyout

The Trail Blazers have pulled the trigger on committing to a young frontcourt by buying out Deandre Ayton’s contract. He had one year left on his deal, but GM Joe Cronin and his staff are making the pivot.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

QO Updates: J. Walker, A. Mitchell, Two-Ways, Mann

The Trail Blazers opted not to tender forward Jabari Walker a qualifying offer prior to Sunday’s deadline, reports Sean Highkin of The Rose Garden Report (Twitter link).

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 30

Deandre Ayton is a perfect fit for this Western Conference contender

Deandre Ayton is finalizing a contract buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers and will enter free agency, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

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Portland Trail Blazers News / NBA Draft on SI / June 29

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Chauncey Billups News / Portland Trail Blazers on SI / June 26

Chauncey Billups Believes Blazers May Have All-Star Already on Roster

The Portland Trail Blazers have been trying to find out what they have in their young players for the last few years. They haven't been able to get an All-Star on the team since Damian Lillard left.

Portland Trail Blazers News / Yardbarker / June 26