[Helin] Deandre Ayton is expected to pick up his player option and return to the Lakers for the 2026-27 season.
Deandre Ayton is expected to pick up his player option
It’s no secret the Lakers are looking to upgrade at center (it should be noted Deandre Ayton is expected to pick up his player option and be back with the team). Mitchell Robinson is the kind of big man they could use, but his health concerns — particularly his chronic ankle issues — will give the Lakers and every team some pause.