Reasons Luka Doncic and JJ Redick should have received additional votes for NBA awards
NBA’s 2025-26 Awards Announced On Tuesday, the NBA revealed its awards for the 2025-26 season, notably highlighting Joe Mazzula from the Celtics as the youngest coach of the year in over five decades. Among the voters were two California Post staff members—NBA reporter Melissa Rollin and Lakers reporter Kobi Price. Each had a vote contributing […]
JJ Redick of the Lakers placed 7th in the Coach of the Year voting
The NBA Postseason Awards: A Time for Debate The NBA’s awards season is often a contentious moment in the league’s calendar. Not only the results themselves stir debate, but the voting outcomes for various awards do too. Lakers fans are fiercely defending Luka Doncic, arguing he deserved a higher spot—perhaps even fourth place or better—in […]
How JJ Redick silenced his critics in his initial two years as Lakers coach
JJ Redick’s Impact as Lakers Head Coach Leading the Los Angeles Lakers isn’t just a job; it comes with a hefty dose of confidence. You’re stepping into one of basketball’s most prestigious franchises, one that boasts 17 championship banners and has sky-high expectations. The pressure? Immense. So, it’s surprising that JJ Redick isn’t getting the […]
Lakers’ JJ Redick facing criticism after season-ending defeat
Lakers Fans Outraged Over Coaching Decision by JJ Redick It’s not every day that an entire season hinges on a single moment during a game. However, frustrated fans of the Lakers are expressing their dissatisfaction with head coach JJ Redick following a pivotal moment. With just 12.2 seconds left in Game 4, and the Lakers […]
Lakers’ JJ Redick faces a crucial challenge against the Thunder
OKLAHOMA CITY — Memorable Coaching Moments in NBA History Throughout NBA history, there have been standout coaching moments that resonate with fans and players alike. Rick Carlisle’s decision to put JJ Barea in the Mavericks’ starting lineup during the 2011 NBA Finals is a memorable example. And then there was Steve Kerr’s choice to feature […]
JJ Redick should be recognized for guiding the Lakers in the NBA playoffs.
A few weeks back, JJ Redick encountered a significant hurdle in his coaching journey. He needed to foster belief in a Lakers team missing both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. The external doubts were overwhelming. What were the chances the Lakers could win their playoff series against the Rockets? Pretty slim. Analysts on national TV […]
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 […]