Insider Reveals Dramatic Deandre Ayton Issues That Inspired Trail Blazers Buyout originally appeared on Athlon Sports. An insider has revealed the dramatic issues that inspired the Portland Trail Blazers to negotiate a buyout with starting center Deandre Ayton.

Deandre Ayton will be looking for a new team. Ayton and the Trail Blazers are finalizing a contract buyout in a surprise move, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported late Sunday night. The move comes following a season in which the 26-year-old averaged 14.4 points, 10.2 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.0 blocks while shooting 56.6 percent from the field.

The Charlotte Hornets would be a great landing spot for Deandre Ayton, who was recently bought out by the Portland Trail Blazers.