In Los Angeles, Ayton will slide into the starting center slot, provide an anchor and partner with fellow 2018 top pick Luka Doncic with the Lakers. Ayton and Doncic went Nos. 1 and 3, respectively, in the 2018 draft, developing a relationship from that class.

Veteran center Deandre Ayton has agreed to sign with the Los Angeles Lakers following his buyout from the Portland Trail Blazers, per ESPN's Shams Charania.

Los Angeles. The former Arizona Wildcats All-American big man has agreed to a two-year deal with the Los Angeles Lakers, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. Ayton will make $34 million next season, and his deal comes with a player option.