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Ayton picks up $8.1M option, Smart declines

Lakers center Deandre Ayton opts into his $8.1M player option, while Marcus Smart declines his $5.4M option. Ayton averaged 12.5 points, Smart led in plus-minus. Both aim to boost L.A. after strong seasons.