Jaxson Hayes Steps Up for Lakers


Author: The Daily News Now! March 8, 2026 Duration: 1:49

Jaxson Hayes Steps Up as Lakers Center Deandre Aytons Replacement: A Summary

Jaxson Hayes, the Lakers backup center, has shown his potential as a key player following Deandre Aytons day-to-day injury. Hayes, who stepped into a bigger role last season, has been praised by coach JJ Redick and LeBron James for his energy, shot-making, and smart decisions. In recent games, he scored nineteen points on eight of ten shooting and added nine points and four rebounds. As a starter in eight games, he averages eleven point four points on eighty-one point six percent shooting, four point five rebounds, and two assists. Hayes growth and connection with Luka Doncic make him vital to the teams success, especially against the Knicks.

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