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Jaxson Hayes opts into his $2.4 million player option
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Jaxson Hayes opts into his $2.4 million player option

By Ben Cooperon in Free Agency, Lakers News

Jaxson Hayes has opted into his $2.4 million player option.

The 24-year-old center appeared in 70 games for the Lakers last season, averaging 4/3/1 while shooting 72 percent (a career-high) from the field.

Hayes showed some flashes of being a solid role player but hasn’t carved out a consistent role.

Hayes does have a connection with rookie head coach JJ Redick as they were teammates with the New Orleans Pelicans.

The former lottery pick will look to find a role in the Lakers rotation unless he’s moved in a trade.

As the Head Writer at LakersAllDayEveryday, Ben Cooper oversees all editorial content related to the Los Angeles Lakers. Ben’s job includes writing in-depth articles, editing contributions from other writers, managing the editorial team, and handling the recruitment and hiring of new writers. Additionally, Ben contributes to ClutchPoints as a Sports Writer, covering major stories across the NBA and NFL, including free agency signings, trades, and opinion pieces. Ben is also an NFL News Writer for NFL Analysis Network, providing timely and insightful articles on the latest news in the NFL. Ben is pursuing his bachelor’s degree in sports communication with a minor in sports management. Furthermore, Ben serves as the Co-President of the Business of Sports Club at California Lutheran University. Ben plans to continue his career in journalism and become an NBA reporter.
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