JJ Redick

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JJ Redick: Lakers' Potential Coaching Gem or LeBron James' Masterstroke?

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Is JJ Redick set to become the next Lakers coach with LeBron James' endorsement? Read on to uncover the latest buzz around this potential coaching move!

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly leaning towards hiring former NBA player JJ Redick as their next coach. Redick, known for his sharpshooting skills on the court, has never coached at a higher level than youth basketball. However, his close relationship with Lakers star LeBron James and their shared podcast hosting duties might give him the edge. Could Redick be the coaching solution the Lakers need to revitalize their team?

As rumors swirl about Redick's potential appointment, former Clippers play-by-play announcer has issued a blunt warning about LeBron James and Redick's impending collaboration in the Lakers organization. The stakes are high as the Lakers consider this risky move, with questions looming about whether Redick is the right fit to lead the team to success.

In a surprising twist, sources reveal that the Lakers are not in a rush to finalize their coaching decision, despite Redick emerging as a top candidate. Will the Lakers take the gamble on Redick's coaching prowess, or will they opt for a different direction in their coaching search?

While the basketball world waits in suspense for the Lakers' coaching announcement, the latest reports suggest that Redick's potential hiring could be more of an Anthony Davis-driven decision than a LeBron James one. Will Redick's connection to the Lakers superstar influence the team's coaching future? The answer remains uncertain, adding to the intrigue surrounding this unfolding story.

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Lakers leaning toward hiring JJ Redick – reports (Rappler)

The Lakers are not afraid to turn to former players as coaches and can point to the strong success of NBA Finals head coaches Joe Mazzulla of the Celtics ...

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Report: JJ Redick frontrunner for Lakers' coaching job; James ... (The Mercury News)

Redick has never coached above the youth level, but he has a relationship with LeBron James and co-hosts a podcast with the Lakers star. If the Lakers hire ...

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Clippers Legend Voices Out Blunt LeBron James Warning For JJ ... (AthlonSports.com)

Former Clippers play-by-play man speaks up about the looming Lakers hire of JJ Redick.

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The Lakers' potential gamble on JJ Redick, plus a 16-year-old's ... (The Athletic)

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JJ Redick more of an Anthony Davis hire than a LeBron James one? (Hoops Hype)

Jovan Buha on JJ Redick: "The Lakers have made it known, as well as Klutch Sports CEO and Davis's agent Rich Paul, that this should be more of a Davis hire ...

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Only 1 Candidate Stands in JJ Redick's Path to Securing Lakers ... (EssentiallySports)

Shams Charania opened up the door for the alternative to JJ Redick's coaching job, as Pelicans James Borrego entered the picture.

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The Sports Report: Lakers aren't going to rush into hiring a new coach (Los Angeles Times)

With the NBA Finals set to begin Thursday, the Lakers still don't have a head coach and are in “no rush” to end the process.

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Lakers Are Focusing On JJ Redick as Their Top Candidate to Take ... (BlackSportsOnline)

League sources stated that the Lakers are still in the process of interviewing potential head coaches, and that no decision has been made yet. However, all the ...

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Another report Lakers "zeroing in" on making J.J. Redick team's next ... (ProBasketballTalk)

Does this even get serious consideration if Redick's not the guy LeBron wants (even if he says he's hands off)?

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J.J. Redick And The Lakers May Be Getting Pretty Serious (Duke Basketball Report)

The JJ Redick/Los Angeles Lakers story is heating up: the Athletic's Shams Charania is reporting that while L.A. hasn't made a final decision, ...

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JJ Redick Talks Lakers Rumors, Says HC Buzz 'Will Be Addressed ... (Bleacher Report)

ESPN analyst JJ Redick declined to offer any insight when asked about new rumors linking him with the Los Angeles Lakers' coaching vacancy. "My focus is on…

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Another report Lakers "zeroing in" on making J.J. Redick team's next ... (Yahoo Sports)

Does this even get serious consideration if Redick's not the guy LeBron wants (even if he says he's hands off)?

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Former Duke star JJ Redick considered 'front-runner' to coach Los ... (myfox8.com)

LOS ANGELES (WGHP) — Former NBA player and Duke University's all-time leading scorer JJ Redick is considered the front-runner to become the next head coach ...

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JJ Redick, Lakers Have Not Had Discussions About Contract Yet ... (Sports Illustrated)

While the NBA commentator appears to be the frontrunner, the two sides have yet to discuss a contract.

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JJ Redick: A rookie coach and friend of LeBron's for the Lakers' bench (MARCA.com)

JJ Redick has never been a head coach of a professional team. At 39 years old, his greatest experience in a dugout has been coaching young players in ...

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JJ Redick as Lakers next coach? Why he's the front-runner for the job (The New York Times)

If the Lakers hire Redick, it would be a decade-defining bet on his potential — and a departure from LA's usual approach to coaching hires.

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Lakers Rumors: Potential Assistants For JJ Redick's Staff (LakersNation.com)

The team also has discussed filling out its bench with former NBA coach Scott Brooks, former Lakers staffer Greg St. Jean and former Lakers guard Rajon Rondo.

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Windhorst: JJ Redick to Lakers Not a 'Done Deal' amid LeBron ... (Bleacher Report)

Amid rumblings that JJ Redick has emerged as the frontrunner to become the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, ESPN's Brian Windhorst reports there is no…

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Lakers News: Is Los Angeles Head Coaching Gig JJ Redick's to Lose? (Sports Illustrated)

The former sharpshooting NBA journeyman is emerging as the favorite for Los Angeles.

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Former Duke star JJ Redick considered 'front-runner' to coach Los ... (WAVY.com)

LOS ANGELES (WGHP) — Former NBA player and Duke University's all-time leading scorer JJ Redick is considered the front-runner to become the next head coach ...

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JJ Redick Not AD's Preference For Lakers Coach: Report (Basketball Forever)

Although the Lakers are close to hiring JJ Redick as the franchises' new head coach, he's apparently not Anthony Davis' preference.

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