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- The LA Lakers are intensively searching for a new head coach.
- JJ Redick and James Borrego are currently the leading candidates.
- Deep-dive interviews are underway, but no final decision has been made.
- Scott Brooks and Rajon Rondo are potential assistant coach considerations.
Lakers’ Head Coach Hunt Continues
The Los Angeles Lakers are in the thick of a crucial search for their next head coach, with the process now moving into more in-depth interviews.
After completing initial interviews, the Lakers’ focus is on finding the perfect match for the team’s future. Rob Pelinka, the team’s General Manager, is committed to a thorough search, ensuring the new coach aligns with the Lakers’ vision. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski reported that the Lakers are not rushing the decision, with candidates like James Borrego, previously with Charlotte, undergoing second interviews.
While JJ Redick and James Borrego are seen as frontrunners, the Lakers are also considering other candidates like David Adelman and Sam Cassell. The team is aware of the competition, notably from the Cleveland Cavaliers, who are eyeing some of the same coaching talents. The Lakers are balancing the need for a diligent search with the risk of missing out on preferred candidates if they delay too long.
In addition to the head coach position, the Lakers are also exploring options for assistant coaches. Former Thunder head coach Scott Brooks and ex-Lakers point guard Rajon Rondo are among those being considered to support the new head coach.
Image Credits
- Getty Images: The Los Angeles Lakers logo on the basketball court.
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