In yesterday's game, the Lakers suffered a shocking defeat against the Hawks, who were missing four key starters. Discussing the loss, Ayton suggested the team may have genuinely underestimated their opponents.

Ayton said, "We might have genuinely underestimated them and didn't take them seriously enough. This is the NBA, and they're NBA players. We reviewed scouting reports and game footage, but that material didn't fully showcase their capabilities."

"That's how the NBA works—you have to be fully focused and concentrated. We hesitated just a bit, and they exploited us with transition offense. Plus, their defense was outstanding. Head Coach JJ Redick gave us a stern talking-to after the game, reminding us to be ready for the next one."