The biggest move of the summer for the Lakers was undoubtedly the signing of Deandre Ayton. While the former No. 1 overall pick has a history of underachieving, the Lakers believe they are uniquely equipped to bring the best out of him.

Deandre Ayton reportedly had a messy tenure that ultimately led to the Portland Trail Blazers buying out his contract, but his new squad could help put some of his past issues behind him.

Then-ESPN analyst JJ Redick complemented Deandre Ayton on-air long before teaming up with the center on the Lakers