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- JJ Redick assembles experienced coaching staff for the Lakers, including former head coaches.
- Beau Levesque, previously with the L.A. Clippers, is set to join as the director of player development.
- Lakers’ owner Jeanie Buss made the decision to draft Bronny James, aligning with the Laker brand.
Lakers Coaching Staff Welcomes Beau Levesque for Player Development
As the Los Angeles Lakers prioritize player development, JJ Redick’s coaching team gains a valuable addition with Beau Levesque.
Redick, focusing on building a robust coaching staff for his first head coach role, has successfully recruited former head coaches Nate McMillan and Scott Brooks, alongside Lindsey Harding, Greg St. Jean, and Bob Beyer. The latest recruit, Beau Levesque, is well-regarded for his on-court work with players and organizational skills. With a sports management background and experience in player development with the Brooklyn Nets and the L.A. Clippers, Levesque is expected to nurture the Lakers’ young talent, including promising players like Max Christie and Bronny James.
In related news, the Lakers’ choice to draft Bronny James, which faced criticism due to his Summer League performance, was a strategic decision by team owner Jeanie Buss. Rich Paul, Bronny’s agent, emphasized that Buss’s decision was based on Bronny’s fit with the Laker brand, both in terms of basketball skills and character.
