Despite the Los Angeles Lakers' hope that Deandre Ayton can solve their issues at center next season, at least one person who used to work for one of his former clubs is pessimistic about the 26-year-old making a positive impact.

The Indiana Pacers, Denver Nuggets, Cleveland Cavaliers and Milwaukee Bucks were interested in Deandre Ayton, who signed with the Los Angeles Lakers. Ayton chose the Lakers because of Luka Doncic.

The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly believe they have the coaching staff, led by JJ Redick, to make the signing of Deandre Ayton work.