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.

Center Deandre Ayton reportedly displayed a pattern of unbecoming behavior that led to the Portland Trail Blazers' decision to buy out the remainder of his contract Sunday.

There are more than depth chart issues behind the Trail Blazers cutting ties with Deandre Ayton.  The former first overall pick in 2018 by the Suns now has to find a new team after being bought out of his contract with Portland on Monday.