Deandre Ayton was ‘honored’ to be coached by JJ Redick and his staff this season

OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - APRIL 02: Deandre Ayton #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers dunks the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Paycom Center on April 2, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images) | Getty Images The NBA, like most businesses, is people-based. Yes, having ta