Deandre Ayton has agreed to a new contract with the Los Angeles Lakers. ESPN’s Shams Charania has reported via social media that Ayton will sign a two-year deal worth a total of $16.6 million, with the second year being a player option.
Ayton’s contract with the Portland Trail Blazers was set to expire at the end of the 2025-26 season, but with $35.6 million remaining on his contract the Blazers and Ayton agreed to a buyout for a reported $25.6 million, saving Portland $10 million. After the buyout Ayton was a free agent, able to sign with any team except Portland.