Deandre Ayton is optimistic about his return on Sunday against the Heat after being limited to 17 minutes due to back spasms in Friday’s game against the Grizzlies. Despite the scare, Lakers head coach JJ Redick mentioned Ayton was kept out as a precautionary measure. If Ayton is unable to play, Jaxson Hayes, who produced two points, seven rebounds, five assists, and one block in 23 minutes, is expected to fill in as the starting center.