ESPN spoke to more than 10 people inside and outside the Lakers organization, and Ayton's learning curve and his relationship with the Lakers' veteran star is just one of the ripple effects those sources will be watching as James returns to form.

ESPN NBA insider Kevin Pelton shared this major roster issue the Los Angeles Lakers have faced thus far this season.

Joey Buss and Jesse Buss, the sons of former Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss, have been let go from their executive positions by the team. The two men confirmed their departures with ESPN.

The Lakers are reorganizing their basketball operations department and have terminated brothers Joey and Jesse Buss from their respective front office positions.

Joey Buss was the organization’s vice president of research and development. Jesse Buss was an assistant general manager and director of scouting.