Deandre Ayton knows he needs to rewrite his narrative. He went from being the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft to now being plagued by questions about his maturity and motor. He went from referring to himself as "Domin-Ayton" during his introductory press conference with the Portland Trail Blazers two years ago to being waived by them this summer after they negotiated a contract buyout.

The Los Angeles Lakers have solved their biggest roster issue heading into next season by adding Deandre Ayton into the fold. Ayton is now going to be their starting center after signing with LA. Ayton was bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers after two disappointing seasons.