Deandre Ayton Discusses NBA Pressure, Reputation, and Lakers Success

Deandre Ayton Discusses NBA Pressure, Reputation, and Lakers Success

Deandre Ayton, center for the Los Angeles Lakers, addresses his mixed reputation in the NBA amid a promising season. Drafted first overall in 2018, Ayton's effort has been questioned, but recent performances show his capability. After a game against the Milwaukee Bucks where he scored 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, he expressed his frustration over perceptions that this is his last chance to prove himself in the league. Despite his personal …

Deandre Ayton opens up on reputation: ‘I’m going to say some real-a-s s–t’

Deserved or not, Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton doesn’t exactly have the greatest reputation around the league. While his talent is undeniable, his effort and desire to truly be a great player have been called into question many times since he was drafted by the Phoenix Suns with the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft. Following a standout showing against the Milwaukee Bucks on Saturday that saw him total 20 points on 9-of-13 shoo…