Deandre Ayton concluded the regular season in style, posting 22 points, 10 rebounds, and three blocks in the Lakers’ 131-107 victory over the Jazz. Despite fluctuating performances in his debut year with Los Angeles, Ayton’s first 20-point double-double in a month positions him as a critical player for the playoffs. As the Lakers face the Rockets in the first round, Ayton’s matchup against Alperen Sengun will be pivotal, with Game 1 slated for Saturday.