Draft Guru's Concerns About Deandre Ayton
Sam Vecenie has expressed concerns that Deandre Ayton is not embracing his role as a rim-runner for the Los Angeles Lakers.
“Maybe Deandre will embrace being a rim-runner at some point,”
Vecenie said on the Game Theory podcast, highlighting the issue of Ayton not applying enough downhill pressure towards the rim during the preseason.
Ayton's potential as an imposing presence around the rim could enhance the talents of Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves, and LeBron James, especially on the offensive end.
- Ayton's role as a rim-runner is crucial for the Lakers.
- His performance during the preseason has been underwhelming.
Author's summary: Deandre Ayton's performance is a concern for the Lakers.