When the Los Angeles Lakers traded for Deandre Ayton during the offseason, the move was met with initial optimism in LA. But months later, the fanbase has developed its reservations.

LeBron James’ sideline reaction to Deandre Ayton taking a painful hit went viral during the Lakers’ win over the Hawks.

Podcaster Zach Lowe is extremely disappointed in how Lakers center Deandre Ayton's career has transpired thus far.

Here is a potential three-team trade idea featuring Jonathan Kuminga, Deandre Ayton, and Michael Porter Jr. swapping contenders.

LeBron James’ intense bench stare at DeAndre Ayton vs Kings fuels speculation about locker-room tension and potential trade buzz.

The Lakers made a concerted effort to get starting center Deandre Ayton the ball more often during Sunday's win against the Grizzlies.

Following their previous slump, coach JJ Redick harped on exerting more effort on both ends. In the second quarter against the Pelicans, he immediately subbed out Deandre Ayton after allowing an offensive rebound off a missed free throw and an easy and-one play from Trey Murphy III.

Deandre Ayton looked like a perfect fit early in his LA Lakers stint, flashing the form that once made him a number one pick. Since December, that impact has faded.

The LA Lakers are expected to be active in the trade market, with the latest development seemingly involving center Deandre Ayton.

The Deandre Ayton lob in particular came in the third quarter when the Lakers really blew the game open as LeBron James’ dunk gave the team a 20-point lead early in the period. Following Lakers’ shootaround on Tuesday, Ayton spoke about how thrilling of a moment that was for him.