Deandre Ayton's arrival in Los Angeles comes at a turbulent period, as the Lakers' newest addition revealed that he has yet to receive a welcome message from LeBron James amid ongoing tensions with the team's front office.

One veteran center who was linked to the Lakers in recent weeks reportedly turned them down because of the uncertainty surrounding LeBron James.

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally acquired a starting center, something the team has been desperately looking for. LeBron James and Anthony Davis had both been vocal for the past few NBA seasons about wanting one,