After facing high trade demands for centers, the Lakers turned to Deandre Ayton post-waivers from Portland, seeking to address their ongoing center shortage. Ayton, a former No. 1 overall pick, is seen as a strong addition, while the team also re-signed Jaxson Hayes to serve as his backup, following a challenging free agency period.
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Teams Demand High Trade Prices For Centers As Lakers Turn To Deandre Ayton
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