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Deandre Ayton Willing To Hold Himself & Lakers Accountable On Defense

Summary by Lakers Nation
Since arriving in Los Angeles, Lakers center Deandre Ayton is embracing a new role as a more defensive-minded center. After his previous tenure with the Portland Trail Blazers, head coach JJ Redick centered Ayton’s role around rebounding and protecting the rim. Though he has not been perfect, the Lakers did not have a center option like this last year after trading Anthony Davis. The former No. 1 overall pick is safety valve on offense along wit…
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Lakers Nation broke the news in on Monday, December 29, 2025.
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