Lakers' Deandre Ayton Released After Brief Detention in Bahamas

Los Angeles Lakers' center Deandre Ayton was briefly detained in the Bahamas for alleged marijuana possession. His lawyer clarified that Ayton was neither arrested nor discovered with drugs in his own bag. This incident occurred amid ongoing debates about marijuana's legal status in the Bahamas.

Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton faced a brief detention at Lynden Pindling International Airport in the Bahamas on Tuesday, reportedly due to suspicions of marijuana possession. Ayton's lawyer and sources confirmed to Reuters he was briefly held but not arrested.

Attorney Devard Francis stated that the marijuana was not in Ayton's bag, leading to his prompt release. However, Ayton's association with the incident has sparked discussions due to its timing, especially since the Bahamas is amid adjustments to its marijuana legislation.

The Royal Bahamas Police Force and the Lakers remained silent on the incident. Deandre Ayton, a former top draft pick, joined the Lakers last summer, missing recent games during this unforeseen circumstance.

(With inputs from agencies.)