According to ESPN's famous reporter Shams, several sources revealed that free agent and center Ayton agreed to sign a contract with the Lakers, with a contract of US$16.6 million for two years.
Wang Meng posted a message talking about this signing:
Ayton signed with the Lakers as expected...
But he is not the most suitable center choice for Luca's playing style! Once you don’t have such strong physical ability, you can fly up and eat cake! 2 He likes to take the ball with his back, which is not conducive to Luca's breakthrough in space.