Deandre Ayton Exercises $81 Million Option With Lakers; Marcus Smart Declines His Deal
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Center Deandre Ayton will remain with the Los Angeles Lakers after exercising his $81 million player option, according to sources familiar with the decision.
In a separate move, guard Marcus Smart has opted out of his contract, electing to become a free agent.
Ayton’s decision secures his spot on the Lakers’ roster for the upcoming season, while Smart’s choice positions him to test the open market when free agency begins.
Source: ESPN
