Despite the Los Angeles Lakers' hope that Deandre Ayton can solve their issues at center next season, at least one person who used to work for one of his former clubs is pessimistic about the 26-year-old making a positive impact.

Tim Bontemps of ESPN feels the Lakers haven't done enough so far this offseason to improve, even after adding center Deandre Ayton.

Former No. 1 overall pick Deandre Ayton, who finalized a buyout with the Blazers on Sunday, has agreed to sign with the Lakers, sources told ESPN.