Implementing a new starter to a roster is always a challenge. That’s a very important role and that person typically plays a lot with your most important players.

So it’s no surprise that in DeAndre Ayton’s first regular season start with the Lakers, things didn’t go as smoothly as possible.

Not only did the Lakers lose to the Warriors at home, but Ayton’s production was well below his typical numbers. He ended the night with just 10 points and six rebounds in his 34 minutes of play. Last season, he averaged 16.4 points and 10.2 rebounds while playing 30 minutes per contest.

After the loss, Luka Dončić put the onus on himself to help get Ayton more involved on the offensive side of the ball.

“I think I have to do a better job just talking to him, like what I want, what he wants,” Luka

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