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.

Former No. 1 overall pick Deandre Ayton, who finalized a buyout with the Blazers on Sunday, has agreed to sign with the Lakers, sources told ESPN.

Former Suns and Blazers staffers react to the Lakers signing free agent center Deandre Ayton with conflicting views.