He also revealed a somewhat surprising fact about his personal life that is Lakers-related. He said that he has a relationship with team legend Shaquille O'Neal that goes back to his days as a kid playing in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League.

DeAndre Ayton’s career has been something of a whirlwind since he was drafted. He was the No. 1 overall pick in 2018, going to the Phoenix Suns, and he was said to be a player who could instantly take over the league,

Jason McIntyre doesn't feel that calling Deandre Ayton one of the best bigs in the NBA is that much of a stretch.

Former Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton was introduced as a new member of the Los Angeles Lakers this week. During the press conference, Ayton said he learned a lot during his two seasons in Portland but was looking forward to winning with the Lakers.

The Portland Trail Blazers made the decision to buy out Deandre Ayton's contract and make him a free agent. After canvassing the trade market for him, they weren't able to find any suitors.

The Warriors could have gotten in the Deandre Ayton sweepstakes with the need for frontcourt depth, but they stayed away.