Deandre Ayton Scouting Report! Will the New Lakers Center Thrive After Disappointment In Portland?

Deandre Ayton has been a polarizing center since nearly the moment the former first overall pick began his NBA career. While the raw talent is undisputed (and to be fair, often on display), questions about Ayton's desire, professionalism, and true passion for the game have dogged him for years. He's also been a regular scapegoat for underwhelming seasons taking place while he was a member of the Phoenix Suns and Portland Trail Blazers. Is this fair? Unfair? A bit of both?To get a better idea of Ayton as a player, a person, and a professional basketball employee, Andy talked with guests Mike Richman (Locked On Blazers) and Sean Highkin (The Rose Garden Report), both of whom have covered the team for many years and had a front row seat for the center's time in Portland.Hosts: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky, with special guests Mike Richman  (Locked On Blazers) and Sean Highkin (The Rose Garden Report)Segment 1: Mike Richman talks Ayton.Segment 2: More with Mike Richman.Segment 3: Sean Highkin talks Ayton. Support us by supporting our Sponsors!Monarch MoneyTake control of your finances with Monarch Money. Use code LOCKEDONNBA at monarchmoney.com/lockedonnba for 50% off your first yearGametimeDownload the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDONNBA for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime.FanDuelRight now, new customers can get ONE HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS in BONUS BETS when your first FIVE DOLLAR BET WINS! Download the app or head to FANDUEL.COM to get started. Bet with FanDuel—Official Partner of the NBA.FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.