Newest Laker Deandre Ayton explains why he chose to play for the Lakers and how he will fit in with LeBron James and Luka Doncic. (1:39)Open Extended ReactionsEL SEGUNDO, Calif. -- More than seven years after being selected two spots ahead of Luka Doncic in the NBA Draft, 2018 No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton was amazed Tuesday when he was introduced as Doncic's newest Los Angeles Lakers teammate. While a slimmed-down Doncic could certainly help the Lakers in the hyper-competitive Western Conference next season, Ayton's arrival could be even more consequential. As for Doncic, come Aug. 2, the Lakers can offer him a four-year, $229 million extension.