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- JJ Redick named head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers.
- Redick faces the challenge of balancing winning and player development.
- Past media votes by Redick could stir tension with star player Anthony Davis.
Former Media Member JJ Redick Takes Lakers’ Coaching Reins
JJ Redick steps into the spotlight as the new head coach for the Los Angeles Lakers, tasked with the high-stakes job of leading the team to victory while fostering player growth.
Redick’s transition from media to coaching brings a unique angle to his relationship with the team, especially with stars like LeBron James and Anthony Davis. The Western Conference’s competitiveness adds pressure to perform immediately. Redick’s previous media role involved voting for end-of-season awards, which controversially excluded Davis from his All-Defensive teams. This decision, now public, could potentially strain his new coaching relationship with Davis.
Despite the omission, Redick has expressed high regard for Davis’s defensive abilities, suggesting a belief in Davis’s potential to achieve Defensive Player of the Year. Redick’s own words reveal his enthusiasm for the challenges of coaching, describing himself as a ‘sicko’ for enjoying the pressures of the role. With his fresh perspective and eagerness for high-pressure situations, Redick’s tenure as head coach is poised to be a pivotal chapter for the Lakers.
