The Lakers entered the offseason searching for frontcourt help, as interior scoring was an issue that particularly affected them following their acquisition of Luka Dončić in a blockbuster trade with the Dallas Mavericks on Feb. 2. Anthony Davis was sent to Dallas as part of the deal.

The Los Angeles Lakers addressed a glaring roster need by acquiring Deandre Ayton to anchor their frontcourt. The No. 1 overall pick from the 2018 NBA Draft, Ayton joins LeBron James and Luka Doncic to form a star trio that could reshape L.

The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly believe they have the coaching staff, led by JJ Redick, to make the signing of Deandre Ayton work.

According to a recent report from the Stein Line’s Jake Fischer, the Lakers have agreed to a record-breaking seven-team trade months after acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks.

Ayton has a chance to be the long-term center option the Lakers have badly needed. However, there are questions about his ability to turn his career around and finally live up to the hype that he received when he originally came into the NBA.

Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers are coming off a 1st-round exit, and next season will be Luka’s first full season with the Lakers. Jason McIntyre says that the Lakers will be fine with Luka taking charge.