Deandre Ayton has been recognized with the Bob Lanier Community Assist Award for his work giving back in Los Angeles, the Bahamas, and Jamaica. The Lakers big man said he was “speechless” by the honor and emphasized that he and his family will continue their community efforts.
Deandre Ayton has been making an impact both on and off the court for the Los Angeles Lakers, and he’s humbled by the recognition he’s received.
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After being bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers, Ayton signed a two-year deal with the Lakers and has impressed with his play, averaging 15.3 points and 9.0 rebounds while shooting 71 percent. But it’s his community work that has earned him the NBA Bob Lanier Community Assist Award for November.
“Speechless, to be honest. It was an award I didn’t expect,” Ayton said per Lakers Nation. “I try to invest, to give back and contribute the best way I can in things me and my family care about, and I can just say thank you.”
“I’ve never been in a position like that to win an award like that, so we’re honored. We’re not gonna stop doing what we do, but I truly appreciate the community, especially the Lakers. Even being on this platform making it worldwide.”
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Ayton has focused on helping communities in Los Angeles, the Bahamas, and Jamaica. After Hurricane Melissa, he and the Ayton Family Foundation donated $100,000 for relief efforts and plan to continue supporting rebuilding projects through 2026.
Locally, his Ayton Alley-Oop program provides youth in Southern California access to live sports experiences, prioritizing underrepresented and economically disadvantaged communities.
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