Jaxson Hayes has signed a one-year contract to return to the Lakers, now solidifying their backup center position after Deandre Ayton's two-year signing. Hayes, who previously became the starting center when Anthony Davis was traded for Luka Doncic, had an impressive regular season, shooting a career-high 72.2% from the field. However, his playoff performance was disappointing; he did not play more than 10 minutes against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round, ultimately averaging 6.8 points and 4.8 rebounds over 56 games in the regular season.
The Lakers and free-agent center Jaxson Hayes have agreed on a one-year contract for his return to the team, providing them with a backup center.
Hayes became the Lakers' starting center after Anthony Davis was traded to the Dallas Mavericks, where he shot a career-high 72.2% from the field.
Despite his impressive regular-season performance, Hayes struggled in the playoffs, failing to play more than 10 minutes in any game against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
During the regular season, Hayes played in 56 games, averaging 6.8 points and 4.8 rebounds.
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