Deandre Ayton's Shocking Unexpected Guest on American Dad Stuns Fans

With social media consuming the modern world, gone are the days when NBA stars were obscure athletes. In fact, most NBA stars are now global superstars with large followings, affording them opportunities in various industries. Damian Lillard, for instance, has pursued rapping, while LeBron James has ventured into acting, starring in movies like 'Trainwreck' and 'Space Jam.' Now, a younger NBA star has made a surprising appearance, debuting on a hit TV show.

NBA Star's Recent Appearance

The star in question is the former number 1 overall pick, Deandre Ayton, who recently made his first cameo appearance in an episode of 'American Dad.' Joining the ranks of Kobe Bryant, Stephen Curry, and Charles Barkley, Ayton has now appeared in an animated show. However, his appearance differed in that Deandre starred in live action, unlike the previous stars who provided voice-overs for animated versions of themselves.

The context behind Ayton's appearance involves a Christmas present between characters Steve and Hayley. After Hayley reveals that Ayton is her favorite basketball player, she then opens her phone, revealing the cameo from the big man.

Why is Deandre Ayton on American Dad? 😭 pic.twitter.com/fWO6Yshyv8— NBAĆentel (@TheNBACentel) December 19, 2023

Fans Brutally Troll Ayton

Following his TV appearance, many fans were quick to lash out and brutally troll Ayton, primarily due to the poor season he is having in Portland after being traded away from the Suns earlier this year. Taken first overall in a stacked class that included the likes of Luka Doncic, Trae Young, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Ayton is gaining a reputation as a bust in comparison. Now, fans are attacking the star's television debut, roasting the particular line: "Is this a cameo from my favorite basketball player, Deandre Ayton?"

Here are some of the most popular fan responses:

«Deandre Ayton my favorite basketball player» Yeah we know Ayton wrote that in 💀😭— Shanghai Sharks (@sharks_shanghai) December 19, 2023

Deandre Ayton is nobody's favorite basketball— cactus jack (@afolabi_222) December 19, 2023

«Dominate the paint & protect the rim at all costs.» pic.twitter.com/FJluTtqWKR— CantGuardBook (@CGBBURNER) December 19, 2023

Bro doing anything since the suns traded him— PlaybyPlayBark (@playbyplaybark) December 19, 2023

Thats the best player they could afford LMAOOOO— Fire Mr.Pockets (@LakersCimbom) December 19, 2023

dominate the paint? protect rim at all costs? should follow his own advice lol— bret (@balexhoops) December 19, 2023

They ain't even animate him pic.twitter.com/rEl7eF65up— Lol (@lukameat) December 19, 2023

Imagine Deandre ayton is your favorite basketball player pic.twitter.com/3WfbOW943C— Sporty Marz (@MarzSporty) December 19, 2023

pic.twitter.com/K2bUBIHw3d— Arizona Sports Nut Joe (@AZSportsNut11) December 19, 2023

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