Deandre Ayton returned to the Phoenix Suns starting lineup on Thursday night as the team tipped-off against the New York Knicks. The Big Fella put on a show under the bright lights of Madison Square Garden, notching his first-ever 20-20 game and leading the Suns to victory.
After missing 30 of 31 games, Ayton has not only had to regain his in-game endurance, but has also needed to adjust to multiple different roles in Head Coach Monty Williams’ system. Whether it’s starting or as a reserve or at center or at power forward, Ayton has worn many hats over his first seven games back.