Deandre Ayton closed the regular season strongly, recording 22 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks against the Jazz in a commanding 131-107 victory. He registered his first 20-point double-double in over a month, gaining momentum ahead of the Lakers’ playoff matchup. As the team prepares to face Alperen Sengun and crew in the first round, Ayton’s performance will be pivotal, alongside concerns about the availability of Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves.