— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) July 7, 2025 The Portland Trail Blazers bought out Ayton’s contract last weekend, and he agreed to join Dončić and LeBron James on a deal for the upcoming ...

The Portland Trail Blazers bought out Ayton’s contract last weekend, and he agreed to join Dončić and LeBron James on a deal for the upcoming season with a player option for 2026-27.

Al Horford to Warriors Receives Update After Lakers' Decision originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Los Angeles Lakers made their first big splash of the offseason by landing former No. 1 pick ...

"The Lakers have also held trade conversations with the Portland Trail Blazers regarding veteran center Robert Williams III.

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally found their starting center in Deandre Ayton. The former No. 1 overall pick signed with L.A. on a two-year contract as a free agent after being bought out by ...

The Lakers have added former No.1 overall pick and big man Deandre Ayton. Ayton will head to Los Angeles after a stint with the Phoenix Suns and the Portland Trail Blazers.

Deandre Ayton signs with Lakers after Trail Blazers buy out the final year of his $132M contract, filling a key gap in L.A.’s roster.

The Lakers were able to get Ayton after he received a buyout from the Portland Trail Blazers of his $35-million contract, giving up about $10 million, according to reports.

Ayton was the No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA draft, two spots ahead of of new Lakers teammate Luka Doncic. The Portland Trail Blazers bought out Ayton’s contract last week.

EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AP) — Center Deandre Ayton has agreed to join the Los Angeles Lakers as a free agent, two people with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The people ...

In a recent Instagram post, Ayton shared both his appreciation for Portland and his excitement for Los Angeles. He thanks his teammates, coaching staff, front office, facility staff, and the arena.