Jaxson Hayes, a key player for the Los Angeles Lakers, has been performing well in the team this season, making three of his three 3-pointers this season. Despite Hayes expressing his desire to perform more, the Lakers do not need him to do so. Despite his comments, coach JJ Redick and Hayes have stated that spacing and stretching out the floor isn't necessary for Hayes' role, but the team needs him to perform well near the rim. Hayes has attempted just 14 combined 3s with the Lakers over the last three seasons, while Deandre Ayton and Hayes are playing their roles well, giving the Lakers nearly 48 minutes of quality big man play. This is a stark contrast to how the team finished last season.