Despite the Los Angeles Lakers' hope that Deandre Ayton can solve their issues at center next season, at least one person who used to work for one of his former clubs is pessimistic about the 26-year-old making a positive impact.

How ESPN analyst and former NBA center Kendrick Perkins warned Lakers' new veteran center Deandre Ayton after signing.

Recently, a report detailed some concerning off-court habits of Deandre Ayton, which led to his buyout from the Portland Trail Blazers. Despite this, Ayton has found a new home with the Los Angeles Lakers.