Ayton still waiting for LeBron and Luka reps

Lakers’ stars resting leaves new center solo drills

Deandre Ayton says he hasn’t yet practiced with LeBron James or Luka Doncic as the Lakers move through preseason. James is managing a minor glute issue and Doncic is resting after EuroBasket.

Ayton keeps learning the playbook—just without his star teammates. It’s like studying dance moves before your partners show up!