According to famous reporters, several sources revealed that free agent and 2018 No. 1 center Ayton agreed to sign with the Lakers.
Shams said Ayton's total salary next season (Trail Blazers + Lakers) is $34 million.
Jake Fischer reported that Ayton and the Lakers contracted $16.6 million for two years and a starting salary of $8.1 million.
The Lakers had previously signed a two-year, $12 million contract with Lalavia, using part of the full middle class special case ($14.1 million), and the remaining part ($8.1 million) was used to introduce Ayton.
Aiton recently reached a buyout agreement with the Trail Blazers, with his salary in the 2025-26 season being US$35.55 million. According to reporter Jake Fischer, Ayton gave up $10 million in a buyout.
Ayton played in a total of 95 games for the Trail Blazers, and averaged 31.5 minutes per game to contribute 15.7 points, 10.7 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.9 blocks.
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