Deandre Ayton expressed excitement during his introductory press conference with the Lakers, having the chance to choose his team for the first time. The presence of All-NBA players LeBron James and Luka Dončić was a major factor in his decision. Ayton emphasized their ability to elevate teammates, which he believes will be pivotal for his own performance. Compared to Jaxson Hayes, who had success alongside the stars, Ayton is expected to excel further. His best performance in the 2022-23 season sets a high bar for this opportunity in Los Angeles.
"They both average about nine assists over their career span. The type of players they create with their teammates, they turn them into superstars."
"Just seeing that and finally getting the chance to go in and experience that would be big for me, and it'll just get me back to my full form, how I used to play."
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