Jason McIntyre doesn't feel that calling Deandre Ayton one of the best bigs in the NBA is that much of a stretch.

To become a free agent this offseason, Ayton reportedly gave up $10 million of the remaining $34 million in his contract with the Portland Trail Blazers. According to Spotrac, Ayton signed a two-year, $16.2 million deal with the Lakers.

NBA Legend Paul Pierce Makes Lakers Prediction After Deandre Ayton Addition originally appeared on Athlon Sports. After a 50‑32 regular season that ended in a first‑round playoff exit, the Los Angeles Lakers swung a notable addition to their frontcourt by signing former All-Rookie center Deandre Ayton.

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally acquired a starting center, something the team has been desperately looking for. LeBron James and Anthony Davis had both been vocal for the past few NBA seasons about wanting one,