"You Can't Fool This Lakers Organization"- Kendrick Perkins Puts Deandre Ayton on Notice as He Joins Forces with Luka Doncic in LA

Former Suns Staffer Reportedly Predicts 'Disaster' for Deandre Ayton with Luka, Lakers

Despite the Los Angeles Lakers' hope that Deandre Ayton can solve their issues at center next season, at least one person who used to work for one of his former clubs is pessimistic about the 26-year-old making a positive impact.

"You can't fool this Lakers organization"- Kendrick Perkins puts Deandre Ayton on notice as he joins forces with Luka Doncic in LA

The LA Lakers’ biggest move in free agency so far has been landing Deandre Ayton, the former No. 1 pick from the 2018 draft, the same class as Luka Doncic.

Lakers Eyeing Key Replacements for Kevon Looney After Ayton Signing

The Los Angeles Lakers aim to enhance their frontcourt depth after securing DeAndre Ayton and bringing back Jaxson Hayes. With Kevon Looney signing with the New Orleans Pelicans, the Lakers are exploring potential replacements, including Nick Richards, Robert Williams III, and Yves Missi. Concerns remain on whether these additions would truly elevate the team's bench strength behind Ayton. Additionally, they have considered Orlando Magic's Wende…

Deandre Ayton had key reason for wanting to join Lakers

Nov 21, 2023; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton (2) reacts against the Phoenix Suns during the second half at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports 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. Ayton received widespread interest in free agency, but the Lakers were his pr…

Mychal Thompson Believes Deandre Ayton Is ‘Perfect’ Center For Lakers & Luka Doncic

Heading into free agency, Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka knew he needed to address the center position. Some may call it luck, but former Portland Trail Blazers big man Deandre Ayton was bought out and quickly became priority No. 1 for L.A., eventually agreeing to a two-year contract. However, Ayton does not come without baggage as he has struggled to make an impact his last few seasons, leading to him unexpectedly becoming avail…

Former NBA Champion Sends Strong Warning To Deandre Ayton Ahead Of Crucial Season With The Lakers

Deandre Ayton (Image Credits: Imagn Images) Recently, a report detailed some concerning off-court habits of Deandre Ayton, which led to his buyout from the Portland Trail Blazers. Despite this, Ayton has found a new home with the Los Angeles Lakers. The Lakers, who urgently needed a reliable center, decided to overlook Ayton’s baggage and took a chance on the former No. 1 overall pick. But not everyone is convinced Ayton is ready for the respons…