The center averaged 6.8 points and 4.8 rebounds in 56 games last season, but he saw his role decrease in April and was not a factor in the Lakers’ 4-1 playoff loss to the Timberwolves. He will back up Deandre Ayton.
Center Jaxson Hayes, shown grabbing a rebound during a victory over the Indiana Pacers at Crypto.com Arena last season, will return to the team next season on a one-year contract. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images). NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
Center Jaxson Hayes, shown grabbing a rebound during a victory over the Indiana Pacers at Crypto.com Arena last season, will return to the team next season on a one-year contract. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images). NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.