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On YouTubeLos Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 10
Lakers Represent ‘Best Chance’ for Deandre Ayton to Live Up to Potential, Says Insider
The Los Angeles Lakers decided to sign Deandre Ayton to a two-year deal after he was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers. He spent a couple of uninspiring years in Portland before getting this opportunity.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / September 10
'Have Interest in Adding a Two-Way Swingman' – Los Angeles Lakers Predicted to Make Major Mid-Season Update
The Los Angeles Lakers prioritized their needs this offseason based on the roster changes they made. During free agency, the Lakers signed a reliable center in Deandre Ayton, whose contract was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / LAFB Network / September 9
Insider Says Lakers New Addition Expected To Make Big Waves, Ranked 5th Most Impactful Move
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering the 2025-26 NBA season with a familiar core but a few notable additions aimed at closing the gap between them and championship contention.
The '2024-25 NBA triple-doubles' quiz
43 different players recorded a triple-double in the 2024-25 NBA season. How many of them can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / September 9
NBA Insider Reveals Major Update on Lakers’ Trade Plans
The Los Angeles Lakers made sure to make some important improvements to the roster over the summer. They knew they had to improve the center position, so they signed Deandre Ayton.
20 old school players who would have thrived in the modern NBA
Which former NBA players watch today's game and think to themselves, Man, I would have been awesome in today's game? Probably all of them. But how many of them are right?
Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / September 3
Charles Barkley gets key detail wrong when explaining why DeAndre Ayton will be ‘dangerous’ for the LA Lakers
Charles Barkley said that something is different about DeAndre Ayton this season that’s going to make him dangerous for the Los Angeles Lakers, but he got a key detail wrong.
'Most of Them Are False' – Chicago Bulls Star Addresses Trade Rumors
The Chicago Bulls star center Nikola Vucevic has been linked to almost every team in need of a center. Before the Los Angeles Lakers secured Deandre Ayton as their starting center, Vucevic was linked to them.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / August 21
'Can Still Be a Major Difference' – Los Angeles Lakers’ Move to Sign Ayton Not Convincing to NBA Insider
The Los Angeles Lakers believe they have secured the ideal center to pair with All-Star guard Luka Doncic in Deandre Ayton. The Bahamian center finalized a contract buyout agreement with the Portland Trail Blazers at the beginning of free agency.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 19
Lakers Insider Concerned About One Key Flaw for LA Entering New Season
The Los Angeles Lakers were the third seed in the Western Conference last season. They believed that they had a shot to make a deep run in the playoffs before they were eliminated in the first round.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 15
Will the Lakers Make Another Move Before The Season Starts? Insider Answers
The Los Angeles Lakers have made three significant moves this offseason. They signed both Marcus Smart and Deandre Ayton, filling some holes that were significant.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hardwood Heroics / August 14
'Soft In The Middle' – Los Angeles Lakers Has Concerns With the Center Position, According to an NBA insider
The Los Angeles Lakers secured their center in Deandre Ayton after he agreed to a contract buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers. After trading Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks last season, the Lakers struggled with their frontcourt.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / August 13
NBA Insider Reveals Biggest Concern to Lakers’ Title Chances
The Los Angeles Lakers believe that they can win the championship next season after finishing as the third seed in the Western Conference this past year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 9
Watch: Deandre Ayton, Jake LaRavia & Adou Thiero Throw Out First Pitch At Dodgers Game
The Los Angeles Lakers were celebrated at Dodger Stadium on Saturday night with new additions Deandre Ayton, Jake LaRavia and Adout Thiero on hand to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
NBA News / Lakers Nation / August 3
Deandre Ayton Throwing Out First Pitch On Aug. 9 For Lakers Night At Dodgers Game
The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton will throw out the first pitch on Aug. 9 when they host the Toronto Blue Jays.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 31
Lakers set to surprise next season
Somehow, the Lakers are underrated.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 29
Rumor: Luka Dončić’s Mentality With Lakers Is ‘Win Now’
NBA superstar Luka Dončić‘s mentality with the Los Angeles Lakers is “win now,” according to Dave McMenamin of ESPN. Dončić, who recruited Deandre Ayton
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 27
Watch: Getting To Know Deandre Ayton
The first big signing the Los Angeles Lakers made this offseason was bringing in center Deandre Ayton on a two-year contract. The team was in dire need of a big man after being dominated in the paint during the playoffs and Ayton fills that void in a big way.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 26
Deandre Ayton Was ‘Top Target’ From Start Of Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers went into the offseason with one abundantly clear need, and that was to add a starting center. When the buzzer sounded on June 30, it wasn’t long before the team’s presumed top targets were off the board, namely Brook Lopez and Clint Capela.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 25
Deandre Ayton Reveals Lessons Learned So Far In NBA Career
The Los Angeles Lakers finally landed a starting-caliber center in Deandre Ayton, who was shockingly bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers ahead of free agency.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / July 13
Deandre Ayton Credits Mychal Thompson For Basketball In Bahamas
Deandre Ayton has been the talk of the town this past week after he officially signed with the Los Angeles Lakers in free agency. Ayton was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers after they reportedly couldn’t find a trade, and he became the No.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / July 10
Deandre Ayton could become a steal for the Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers were in desperate need of a center and Deandre Ayton was in desperate need of a new team. The result ended up being the Lakers putting stock in Ayton being able to revive his career in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 9
Lakers’ Deandre Ayton Says Championship Goals Realistic: ‘That’s Why I’m Here’
Deandre Ayton is ready to return to the NBA Finals. Yes, it’s sometimes hard to remember that Ayton was there a few years ago as a starting center with the Phoenix Suns.
The 'Active non-US born NBA points leaders' quiz
Can you name the active players in the NBA that weren't born in the United States of America that have scored the most points in their career?
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 5
Deandre Ayton had key reason for wanting to join Lakers
Deandre Ayton moved quickly to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers once he was able to pick a new team, and there was one major motivating factor for his decision.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 2
How well does the Lakers' newest acquisition fit with the team?
It took until Day 3 of NBA free agency, but Los Angeles Lakers fans can rest easy knowing they finally have their starting center in place for the 2025-26 season.
NBA News / Yardbarker / July 3
Lakers' splash signing comes with major red flags
There are some clear warning signs about the newest Laker.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 2
Lakers to sign former No. 1 overall pick to two-year deal
He was limited to 40 games for Portland last season, though he averaged 14.4 points and 10.2 rebounds per game.
Portland Trail Blazers News / Hoops Wire / July 2
Deandre Ayton clears waivers, enters free agency
Ayton and the Blazers agreed to a contract buyout at the start of free agency.
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