Recently, Ayton and the Lakers reached a two-year contract of $16.6 million, and his total salary next season is about $34 million (the Lakers are $8.1 million + the Trail Blazers are $25.55 million).

According to HoopsHype famous reporter Michael Scotto, several sources in the league revealed that before Ayton joined the Lakers, the Pacers, the Knicks, Nuggets, Cavaliers and the Bucks all expressed initial interest in the 2018 No. 1 pick center.

When teams conduct background checks on Ayton and the Trail Blazers officials, the feedback received is positive. Ayton is an important figure in the Portland community and will host many team-based activities during the season.