Why JJ Redick believes ‘everyone wants to compete against us’ as Lakers face injuries in the playoffs
The Lakers are facing some injury challenges right now. They’ve been struggling, missing their top two scorers, and it’s clear that they’re feeling vulnerable as they approach the end of the regular season. And it seems like teams around the Western Conference can sense this weakness. When Lakers coach J.J. Redick mentioned, “Everyone wants to […]
JJ Redick discusses conversation with Jarred Vanderbilt
Lakers Coach Comments on Sideline Exchange with Jared Vanderbilt In the aftermath of the Lakers’ 123-87 defeat to the Thunder, coach JJ Redick addressed his interaction with reserve forward Jared Vanderbilt during the second quarter, describing it as “not personal” and a “normal interaction” for him. The incident occurred just 16 seconds into the quarter […]
Luka Doncic’s injury troubles began with a puzzling choice by JJ Redick
The Lakers faced a tough night that can only be described as a nightmare. On Thursday, they suffered a substantial defeat, losing 139-96 to the reigning champion Thunder. Luka Doncic sustained a left hamstring injury in the third quarter and is scheduled for an MRI on Friday. Austin Reeves also appeared to struggle, frequently clutching […]
Lakers coach J.J. Redick wears custom Nike shoes for Autism Acceptance Month
JJ Redick Supports Autism Awareness with Custom Sneakers On Monday night at Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick sported custom sneakers for a meaningful initiative. Redick wore specially designed Nike shoes crafted by Salt Lake City artist John Miller. This gesture was part of a campaign by the NBA and the NBA […]
JJ Redick acknowledges his role in the team’s shortcomings
The Los Angeles Lakers’ offensive struggles during their recent loss to the Celtics weren’t unexpected, given the individual talent on the team. The Celtics took advantage of a noticeable tactical flaw in the Lakers’ approach that has emerged in recent months. Lakers coach JJ Redick admitted that he bears responsibility for his team’s shortcomings in […]
JJ Redick of the Lakers displays qualities reminiscent of legendary coach Pat Riley
JJ Redick Takes the Helm as Lakers Coach Amid Pat Riley’s Honor As JJ Redick gears up to lead the Lakers against the Celtics this Sunday, the franchise is also honoring Pat Riley with the unveiling of the first coaching statue outside Crypto.com Arena. This convergence of past and present is striking. Redick, just 41, […]
Luka Dončić gives Lakers coach J.J. Redick a $5,000 jacket
Typically, when the Los Angeles Lakers face off against the Los Angeles Clippers, you’d expect a thrilling atmosphere for the roughly 30,000 fans in the stands. But, surprisingly, the real excitement sparked in head coach JJ Redick’s office before the game even started. Let’s rewind a bit—just a week ago, I mentioned a viral moment […]
J.J. Redick mocks Luka Dončić’s jacket in Lakers’ victory against Mavericks
Playoff Push and a Fashion Moment On the evening the Los Angeles Lakers took down the Dallas Mavericks 124-104 at Crypto.com Arena, the most raucous laughter didn’t come from a big dunk or impressive three-pointer. Instead, it echoed from the Lakers bench. As the third quarter wound down, with the Lakers firmly in control and […]
Redick labels Wembanyama as one of the ‘five best players globally’ following the Spurs and Lakers game.
Wembanyama’s Stellar Performance Against the Lakers There are off nights in sports, and then there’s what happened on Tuesday at Crypto.com Arena. Victor Wembanyama, referred to as “Alien” by LeBron James, didn’t just outplay the Los Angeles Lakers—he completely dominated the game. He put up an impressive 40 points in just 26 minutes, all while […]
Stephen A. Smith criticizes JJ Redick over Spurs vs Lakers roster decisions
Fans who had tickets for the Lakers-Spurs game on Tuesday night were disappointed not just by the score, but by the absence of star players in Los Angeles’ lineup. On Wednesday’s “First Take,” Stephen A. Smith criticized JJ Redick heavily for sidelining LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Austin Reeves, Deandre Ayton, and Marcus Smart all at […]