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[From ESPN]
Deandre Ayton is finalizing a contract buyout with the Portland Trail Blazers to become a free agent, sources told ESPN.
Ayton, who turns 27 next month, had $35.6 million left on his contract, which was set to expire next summer.
He is now free to sign with any team, including those in both aprons, despite earning greater than $14.1 million. The waiver restriction that would normally prevent a player with Ayton's contract from signing with a team in the second apron only only applies during the regular season, according to ESPN's Bobby Marks.
The move helps Portland clear up a crowded center room that includes the No. 16 pick in last week's draft Yang Hansen as well as Donovan Clingan, the No. 7 pick in last year's draft. They also have Robert Williams III and Duop Reath under contract.
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