Deandre Ayton, the towering star of the Los Angeles Lakers, made headlines for all the wrong reasons while passing through a Bahamas airport. The 7-foot center was allegedly spotted smoking marijuana, prompting authorities to temporarily detain him for a thorough search. Thankfully for Ayton, the search yielded nothing, and he was released without facing any charges.
His attorney, Devard Francis, confirmed that Ayton was quickly cleared and is now on his way back to Los Angeles to rejoin the Lakers as they gear up for the second half of the NBA season. While Ayton’s airport escapade did spark some controversy, it certainly wasn’t as scandalous as it could have been. As the season heats up, here’s hoping Ayton’s focus stays on the court and not in the baggage claim!
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