Deandre Ayton had a standout game against the Sacramento Kings, scoring 22 points and grabbing 15 rebounds.
Ayton has faced criticism since joining the Los Angeles Lakers, but his superstar teammates have found a way to motivate him.
They be trying to get me ticked off before these games, just to get me rolling.
Ayton explains that his teammates "troll" him to get him riled up, which helps him perform better and shows they care.
This approach seems to be working, as Ayton had a truly excellent showing against the Kings, limiting Domantas Sabonis on the defensive end.
Lakers' Deandre Ayton motivated by teammates' teasing.