'The Connector': Former Gonzaga standout Joel Ayayi embraces new role for Lakeland of the NBA G-League
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Joel Ayayi played for Capital City of the NBA G League last season. He also played seven games for the Wizards. Ayyi is now playing for Lakeland of NBA's G-League. The 22-year-old played at Gonzaga from 2018 to 2021. His triple-double against Portland in 2021 was the first in school history. His sister played in the WNBA and his brother plays in France's top division. She is also a professional player. Her sister is in Prague of Czech Republic. It is his family's third pro player, Gerald Ayya.