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Lakers’ newly acquired 7-foot center predicted to thrive with Luka Doncic in new system

The Los Angeles Lakers made a concerted effort to surround their 26-year-old phenom Luka Dončić and 21-time All-Star LeBron James with suitable complementary pieces this past summer.

In tandem with the franchise's acquisition of 2022 Defensive Player of the Year winner Marcus Smart, Los Angeles brought in former No. 1 overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft to the Phoenix Suns , Deandre Ayton, on a two-year deal to serve as an adequate pick-and-roll partner for the Slovenian superstar and rim protector.

Unfortunately, the 27-year-old big man visibly declined in 2024-25 as a former member of the Portland Trail Blazers , especially on the defensive side of the ball.

However, o

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