The Lakers picked up Deandre Ayton, but LeBron’s decision to opt in without taking a pay cut says a lot. After watching the front office waste last year’s flexibility, he’s making sure he gets his.
We break down what Ayton brings to the roster, why the move feels more like luck than planning, and what LeBron’s opt-in means for the team’s direction. Is Rob Pelinka really making smart moves, or just benefiting from timing? With new ownership incoming, this front office is under pressure to figure it out—fast.
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