Between his time in Portland and L.A., the 26-year-old will earn $34 million next season, but the Lakers believe he’s worth the investment.
Ayton brings rare postseason efficiency: He’s the only player in NBA history to average 15+ points on 60%+ shooting in the playoffs.
Over his seven-year career, he’s posted averages:
🔸16.4 points.
🔸10.5 rebounds.
🔸59% from the field.
L.A. has long sought a reliable interior presence next to Anthony Davis, and Ayton checks a lot of boxes.
His scoring touch, rebounding, and ability to anchor the paint give the Lakers much-needed balance on both ends.
A fresh start in a title-hungry franchise could be exactly what Ayton needs to tap into his full potential 🚀
