Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick discussed Deandre Ayton's role for the 2025-26 season.
Deandre Ayton is expected to be a significant addition to the team, filling the need for a big man in the middle.
Despite a slow start offensively in preseason games, Ayton has shown promise defensively.
I think it’s important for him to touch the basketball because we’re going to ask a lot of him as a screener and a rim runner and the anchor of our defense so there has to be some level of freedom.
Author's summary: JJ Redick outlines Deandre Ayton's role.