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Ayton's injury history reveals a concerning pattern of ankle injuries that could jeopardize his durability as the Lakers' new starting center, often leading to clusters of multiple occurrences.

The Lakers are placed in Group B for the NBA Cup, facing Clippers, Pelicans, Mavericks, and Grizzlies, with matches spanning from Oct. 31 to Nov. 28.

Jaxson Hayes signed a contract with the Lakers for 120% of the six-year minimum using non-bird rights, resulting in a total salary of $3.45 million.

The Lakers lost Dorian Finney-Smith to the Rockets after failing to match a four-year, $53 million contract, choosing to offer a two-year deal instead.

Pelinka and Redick have earned a chance to show their strengths in a new system in which there will certainly be increased scouting, advanced analytics and a new professionalism.

Claxton would give the Lakers size, a shot blocker, and a big who can rebound while being a perfect lob threat alongside Luka Dončić.