In three exhibition games this month, Ayton has blocked a combined five shots. After Anthony Davis was traded for Luka Doncic in February, L.A. had a gaping hole at the center position, and Jaxson Hayes, who started at that position, wasn't able to provide enough consistent rim protection or rebounding.

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