JJ Redick to lead the Los Angeles Lakers as head coach

JJ Redick, a former NBA player and current ESPN analyst, has been hired as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. This move comes after the Lakers' previous coach, Darvin Ham, was fired despite leading the team to two playoff berths. Redick, known for his shooting skills, will be leading a roster that includes LeBron James, pending James' decision to return to play. Redick's lack of coaching experience is not seen as a hindrance, as other successful coaches like Pat Riley and Steve Kerr also started their coaching careers without prior experience. The Lakers' decision to hire Redick marks another unconventional coaching search for the franchise, which has seen multiple coaching changes in recent years. Redick's strong relationship with LeBron James, as evidenced by their podcast together, likely played a role in his hiring. The Lakers are confident in Redick's ability to connect with players and lead the team to success.