The Los Angeles Lakers got off to a strong start this season that some didn’t see coming. Head coach JJ Redick had this team clicking and, despite some injury issues, the Lakers found themselves near the top of the Western Conference through the first quarter of the season.
Tonight, as the Los Angeles Lakers prepare to face off against the San Antonio Spurs in a marquee nationally televised game, one key name is set to miss the game.
What Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is doing on the basketball court at 41 years of age and in his 23rd NBA season is unheard of. Even playing 23 years in the league had never been done, but LeBron is still playing at a high level and continually showing that he is one of the best players in the league.
Part of what makes the NBA, or any pro sports league, so compelling to watch is the narratives, especially those centered on rivalries. Throughout the decades, the NBA has fostered a number of rivalries, some long-lasting and others short but sweet.
The Los Angeles Lakers extended their win streak to three games with their victory over the New Orleans Pelicans and of course it was Luka Doncic and LeBron James leading the way.
Deandre Ayton has long been accused of having a low motor, and he gave his critics more ammunition during the Los Angeles Lakers‘ 111-103 win over the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on Tuesday.
JJ Redick acknowledged the delicate balance he has to maintain as LeBron James’ head coach on the Los Angeles Lakers. Redick spoke candidly on Tuesday about his approach to handling an aging superstar like James after the Lakers’ gritty 111-103 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, La.
The Los Angeles Lakers beat the New Orleans Pelicans, 111-103, on Tuesday at Smoothie King Center to notch their third straight win. But it was far from easy, as the Lakers had to rally in the fourth quarter to eke out the come-from-behind victory.
The Lakers are all over the place. Head coach JJ Redick feels his messages aren’t getting through to the players. The offense shows continuous lapses, while defensively, there’s no organization.
Following the Los Angeles Lakers’ first of two straight victories against the Memphis Grizzlies, head coach JJ Redick made note that he felt center Deandre Ayton was becoming a bit frustrated with his lack of touches on offense.
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently third in the Western Conference with a 22-11 record, but it hasn’t all been smooth sailing so far. Lakers head coach JJ Redick has gone at his players on a fair few occasions, most recently calling them out for not following his instructions.
“We’re a terrible basketball team.” JJ Redick didn’t hold back after the Lakers’ Christmas Day blowout loss to the Rockets. The Lakers HC can neither hide the ecstasy of big wins nor can he hide his frustration after losses during media engagements.
The Los Angeles Lakers have fallen into disarray. The team has lost four of its last six games, injuries continue to pile up, and the defense is struggling.
After Los Angeles Lakers All-Star LeBron James gave Luka Doncic a quarterback endorsement after a recent win, Deandre Ayton expressed frustration over JJ Redick’s led offense following a 120-114 win against the Memphis Grizzlies.
On Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Memphis Grizzlies 128-121, but it wasn’t easy. Head coach JJ Reddick is noticing struggles with the Lakers’ offense.
After getting off to the best start since 2020-21, the Los Angeles Lakers have sputtered over the last month. While the Lakers got the New Year off to the right foot, they still have a lot to figure out if they want to make LeBron James‘ likely last season with the franchise memorable.
One could argue JJ Redick is in for his first major challenge as an NBA head coach with the Los Angeles Lakers. His team has not been great defensively, inconsistent offensively and is currently last in bench scoring.
It’s yet another day of frustration for the Lakers’ head coach. After praising LeBron James as “phenomenal” in the win over the Memphis Grizzlies, JJ Redick has turned his attention to the team’s recurring flaws.
After Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick called out an anonymous player for one not knowing the defense, he’s seeing a lack of focus amidst a struggling offense.
The Pistons beat the Los Angeles Lakers last night in a physical matchup between MVP candidates. Cade Cunningham and the Detroit Pistons closed their 10-day road trip in Los Angeles Tuesday night and found themselves in a tight battle until a late fourth quarter explosion by Detroit.
Things are not good with the Los Angeles Lakers after their 128-106 loss to the Detroit Pistons on Tuesday. The most evident problem for the team has been their struggles in protecting the ball.
Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has been pressured to make a starting lineup change by a former five-time NBA All-Star. The Lakers got a reprieve from their miserable three-game losing skid on Sunday, when they beat up on one of the Western Conference's worst teams.