Teammate interactions can often dictate a player's performance on the court. In Ayton's case, the Lakers have adopted a strategy that involves light-hearted teasing to keep him engaged and motivated.

Ayton had 17 points (8-11 FG, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one block in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 116-115 win over the Timberwolves.

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The Los Angeles Lakers were back on the road on Wednesday night, taking on the Minnesota Timberwolves in a rematch of last week’s victory at Crypto.com Arena.

Austin Reaves hit a game-winner to lead the shorthanded Los Angeles Lakers to another win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

After his 22-point, 15-rebound performance against the Sacramento Kings on Sunday, Lakers center Deandre Ayton earned the praise of his head coach JJ Redick, wh ...

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Austin Reaves poured in 51 points as the Los Angeles Lakers win against Sacramento without Luka Doncic and Lebron James.

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