What happened: The Washington Wizards reportedly acquired Deandre Ayton from the Los Angeles Lakers. Los Angeles receives a guard and Washington's 2031 and 2032 second-round picks.
NBA·TRADE·July 5, 2026 08:58 AM ET
Wizards reportedly acquire Deandre Ayton from Lakers
Washington adds a new center for 2026-27.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 51 min read
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- Lakers reportedly seek trade for backup center
- Wizards acquire Deandre Ayton from Lakers, per report
- Wizards land Deandre Ayton from Lakers for a guard and two second-rounders
- Lakers trade Deandre Ayton to Wizards for Jaden Hardy, two second-round picks
- Woike, Scotto link Jericho Sims to Lakers' center search
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