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Lakers Rumors: JJ Redick ‘Badly’ Wanted To Coach In NBA
After a long process, the Los Angeles Lakers have finally made the decision to hire JJ Redick as the franchise’s next head coach. It is certainly a huge risk to hire someone with no coaching experience at any major level, but Redick’s basketball IQ and work ethic are not in question.
Lakers Rumors: JJ Redick Looking To ‘Elevate’ Anthony Davis’ Involvement In Offense
Ever since Anthony Davis joined the Los Angeles Lakers, there has been discussion of him eventually taking over as the team’s primary offensive weapon. Especially now, as LeBron James is in the twilight of his career, many are looking for Davis to truly become that alpha on the offensive end of the court, and new head coach JJ Redick will apparently be looking to make that happen.
Lakers News: Mike Krzyzewski Defends JJ Redick’s Head Coaching Ability
After months of courting, the Los Angeles Lakers finally have a head coach in place as they’ve reportedly hired JJ Redick. Redick was considered the frontrunner for the Lakers’ head coaching job since the onset of their search, but only just agreed to a deal following the conclusion of the 2024 NBA Finals. The organization signed Redick to a reported four-year deal worth $8 million annually, signaling their commitment to him to lead the team for the foreseeable future.
Lakers News: Colin Castleton Spent Offseason Working On 3-Point Shooting
An underrated part of the Los Angeles Lakers development plan is signing undrafted players after the NBA Draft and putting them on two-way contracts. A recent example of this is center Colin Castleton, who signed with L.A. after going undrafted a year ago with the hopes of molding into an NBA player.
Lakers News: Rich Paul Lists Mavericks, Timberwolves & Raptors As Other Teams Interested In Bronny James
Bronny James continues to be the most talked about prospect in the 2024 NBA Draft class. The son of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James, Bronny has been a constant subject of discussion despite being viewed by most as a late second-round pick at best. Many believe the Lakers are...
Is JJ Redick Coaching Lakers Summer League?
After months of reporting and rumors, the Los Angeles Lakers finally landed on a head coach with expected hiring of JJ Redick. Redick has been considered the frontrunner for most of the hiring process, with his candidacy only coming into question when the Lakers chased after UConn’s Dan Hurley. However, once Hurley decided to return to the Huskies, Los Angeles circled back to Redick and made the decision most were expecting.
Lakers Rumors: Multiple Former Head Coaches To Be Added To JJ Redick’s Staff
Even though they fired Darvin Ham after just two seasons, the Los Angeles Lakers are set to hire another first-time head coach in JJ Redick. While Ham at least had years of experience as an assistant, Redick just wrapped up his playing career in 2021 and has since spent time as a member of the media, calling games and hosting podcasts, including one with LeBron James.
Lakers Rumors: Anthony Davis Spoke With JJ Redick Before Hiring
After months of reporting and rumors, the Los Angeles Lakers finally made the decision to hire former ESPN analyst JJ Redick as their next head coach. Redick’s hiring comes on the heels of the conclusion of the 2024 NBA Finals, thus lending credence to the idea that the Lakers were waiting for his broadcasting commitment to end. Now, Redick will be in charge of a Los Angeles team looking to win a title as soon as next season despite some deficiencies on the current roster.
Lakers Rumors: JJ Redick Hired As Head Coach
The Los Angeles Lakers’ search for a new head coach has taken some interesting turns since JJ Redick was originally pegged as the frontrunner. Despite their interest in Redick, the Lakers made a run at UConn head coach Dan Hurley, although they were ultimately unsuccessful. They offered a six-year, $70 million contract to Hurley, which wasn’t enough to get him to move west.
Lakers Video: LeBron James Attends Kendrick Lamar ‘The Pop-Up’ Juneteenth Concert
Many around the country celebrated Juneteenth on Wednesday, a national holiday commemorating the day in America in which all slaves were officially given their freedom. On this day, hip-hop icon Kendrick Lamar held a concert at The Forum in Inglewood entitled ‘The Pop-Up’ that brought out many in the area, including Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James.
Lakers News: Vanessa Bryant Collaborating With Andrew Bernstein On Book Memorializing Kobe Bryant Murals
The legacy of late Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant remains strong due in large part to the work of his wife Vanessa Bryant. She has worked tirelessly to ensure that Kobe is never forgotten and his presence remains felt everywhere, especially in L.A. One of the best works Bryant...
Lakers News: Derek Fisher Views JJ Redick’s Media Presence As Useful For Head Coaching Job
With the 2024 NBA Draft just around the corner, the Los Angeles Lakers have finally found a new head coach with the expected hire of JJ Redick. This represents a gamble for the Lakers as Redick has yet to coach above the youth level up to this point. However, it...
Lakers News: Magic Johnson & Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Pay Tribute To MLB Legend Willie Mays
Even though rivalries are a part of all sports across the world, there are some athletes who transcend those rivalries and are respected and beloved by everyone. This was surely the case with Willie Mays, one of, if not the greatest, baseball player ever who starred for the San Francisco Giants.
Rich Paul Explains Why Bronny James Is Only Working Out For Lakers & Suns Despite Other Interest
Despite not being viewed as a first-round prospect, no player in the 2024 NBA Draft has been talked about more than Bronny James. This is in no small part due to the fact that he is the son of Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James and being represented by Rich Paul of Klutch Sports.
Lakers California Classic Summer League Schedule
The Los Angeles Lakers announced their complete schedule for the upcoming California Classic Summer League taking place between July 6-10. The Lakers will play the Sacramento Kings, Golden State Warriors and Miami Heat before heading to Nevada for the annual NBA Las Vegas Summer League. Las Vegas Summer League will take place during July 12-22.
Lakers Rumors: JJ Redick Has Not Yet Been Offered Head Coaching Position
With the NBA Draft just a week away, the Los Angeles Lakers’ coaching search seems to be nearing its conclusion with ESPN analyst JJ Redick remaining the frontrunner. Redick interviewed with Rob Pelinka and the Lakers brass this past weekend, and all signs have pointed toward him being the franchise’s next head coach.
Rich Paul: Drafting Bronny James Won’t Guarantee LeBron James Re-Signs With Lakers
The 2024 NBA Draft is a week away and the Los Angeles Lakers will need to decide whether or not to trade their picks for veteran help or stand pat and select a prospect to help them build for the long-term. While No. 17 is the most likely pick to...
Lakers Rumors: JJ Redick Is ‘Name To Watch’ In Pistons Coaching Search
While reports having indicated that JJ Redick is the clear frontrunner in the Los Angeles Lakers’ coaching search, there has not yet been any indication that the job is his and a deal is done. Redick interviewed with the Lakers over the weekend and was said to be waiting...
Lakers Rumors: Monty Williams Not ‘In The Picture’ For Head Coach Position
A new head coaching job has been opened up as the Detroit Pistons decided to part ways with Monty Williams just one year after making him the highest paid coach in the NBA. Williams previously served as head coach of the New Orleans Pelicans and Phoenix Suns, the latter of whom he led to the NBA Finals in 2021 before he was very close to being the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers.
Rich Paul: LeBron James Is Not Going To Suns For Minimum Deal
LeBron James’ future with the Los Angeles Lakers remains up in the air as he has to decide in the coming days whether he wants to opt in to the final year of his contract or opt out and either sign an extension or test free agency. There have...
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