Quick Bytes
- JJ Redick emerges as the frontrunner for Lakers head coach position.
- LeBron James not involved in the coaching search, per reports.
- Lakers consider Redick’s potential as a coach, despite his lack of experience.
- Potential coaching staff for Redick includes experienced names like James Borrego and Sam Cassell.
Lakers Eye JJ Redick for Head Coach Role
Following the departure of Darvin Ham, the Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly setting their sights on JJ Redick as their next head coach. Redick, a former NBA player who retired in 2021, has been involved in media and has a podcast with Lakers superstar LeBron James.
Despite James’s hands-off approach to the coaching search, Redick has become the preferred candidate after impressing Lakers executives during interviews. His potential to provide structure, accountability, and long-term leadership has made him a standout choice. While Redick has yet to prove his ability to manage a team with championship goals, his intellectual approach to the game has garnered attention.
The Lakers’ strategy seems to be leaning towards hiring Redick, which could influence James’s upcoming contract decision. To support Redick, the Lakers are considering bringing on experienced coaches like James Borrego, Sam Cassell, and Jared Dudley to ensure a balance of fresh insight and seasoned guidance.
