For the first time in his career, Deandre Ayton isn't his team's everyday starting center. Because of this, his name has been out of the spotlight a lot this season, with All-Star big Anthony Davis and former second-overall pick Alex Sarr in front of him. However, despite the stats not jumping off the page in his limited minutes this season, he's been extremely solid off the bench for the Washington Wizards.
The Deandre Ayton trade has paid off for the Wizards so far
During the offseason, the Wizards made the surprise move to trade for Ayton in exchange for guard Jaden Hardy and two second-round picks.