Deandre Ayton is officially a Los Angeles Laker. And now, Lakers fans know what number he'll be wearing. Ayton has chosen No. 5 as his L.A. jersey number. It's a choice with a bit of a checkered history for the Lakers.

LeBron James, now 40, is entering the twilight of his legendary career. The Lakers recently acquired Luka Doncic, one of the most dynamic stars in the league. Alongside Austin Reaves and a group of developing young players, the Lakers believe they now have the right mix of talent to compete at the top of the Western Conference.

Scott Brooks, a Lakers assistant coach who was an assistant with the Trail Blazers when Deandre Ayton was there, advocated for L.A. to sign Ayton.