Lakers consider Duke Brennan in search for Deandre Ayton replacement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring options to replace Deandre Ayton ahead of the NBA Draft. Ayton may opt into his $8.1 million player option, but if he opts out, the Lakers will look to trade for or sign a new center. They are reportedly interested in Duke Brennan, a former Villanova player, who excelled with 13 double-doubles this past season. Brennan is set to conduct a workout with the Lakers, and while the team holds the No. 25 pick, they could also pursue him as an undrafted free agent.
- •Lakers eyeing Duke Brennan as a possible Ayton replacement.
- •Brennan recorded 13 double-doubles with Villanova last season.
- •Ayton's contract decision impacts Lakers' offseason strategy.
- •Brennan's workout with Lakers scheduled for Tuesday.
- •Lakers hold the No. 25 overall pick in the upcoming draft.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers pursuing former Villanova double-double machine as potential Deandre Ayton replacement
"The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly have an ex-Villanova Wildcats big man on their radar ahead of the NBA Draft.
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