Portland Trail Blazers center Deandre Ayton walks out to the court before a game against the Sacramento Kings. / Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images The Los Angeles Lakers have finally acquired a starting ...

The Portland Trail Blazers made the decision to buy out Deandre Ayton's contract and make him a free agent. After canvassing the trade market for him, they weren't able to find any suitors.

Ayton opened up about his decision to sign with the Lakers recently. He also revealed that he has yet to hear form James after his decision to join the Los Angeles franchise. He also noted that he has ...