Deandre Ayton Questionable for Saturday's Game with Left Knee Soreness

Deandre Ayton (left knee soreness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Trail Blazers, marking the first leg of the Lakers' weekend back-to-back. His availability is in doubt due to the knee issue. Averaging 13.9 points and 8.7 rebounds, Ayton's potential absence, alongside backup center Jaxson Hayes (hamstring), could force the Lakers to rely on Maxi Kleber and Drew Timme for frontcourt minutes.