🏀 “Few Minutes Ago: Lakers Suspend Deandre Ayton from Team Activities”
LOS ANGELES, CA — July 15, 2025
In a stunning move just minutes ago, the Los Angeles Lakers have suspended center Deandre Ayton from all team activities, citing undisclosed internal conduct violations. The franchise’s official statement said:
“Effective immediately, Deandre Ayton has been placed on administrative leave from all practices, games, and team events pending further investigation.”
No additional details were provided; sources close to the team say the decision stems from locker-room conduct issues during Wednesday’s shootaround. Ayton has not been at fault publicly, but insiders hint that something “off-court” reportedly happened in the prior 48 hours—potentially a disagreement with coaching staff or a breach of team protocol. Lakers head coach Taylor Jenkins is expected to address the press later today.
Assistant general manager Maria Santos added: “We take these matters seriously. Our priority is ensuring a safe, professional environment for all players and staff.”
📰 “Sources: Ayton Suspended by Lakers after Rose-Allen Incident”
LOS ANGELES, CA — Just Now
Confidential sources reveal that Deandre Ayton is under a temporary suspension by the Lakers, triggered by a heated altercation with star guard Christian Rose‑Allen during practice yesterday afternoon.
Eyewitnesses claim the pair engaged in a “verbal confrontation,” reportedly escalating to the point where Ayton “threw his arm pads in anger” and stormed out of the huddle mid-session. Team staffers say this marked the culmination of tension between veteran leadership and Ayton’s competitive demeanor.
A Lakers spokesperson confirmed via statement:
“Deandre Ayton’s suspension is internal. We are addressing the situation responsibly and judiciously.”
With Ayton sidelined, the Lakers frontcourt rotation is now expected to lean more heavily on backup center Miles Horton and offseason acquisition Dante Brooks. The organization says Ayton may be reinstated in the near term, pending “resolution of the internal review.
