JJ Redick Calls Out Lakers for Lack of Effort

JJ Redick, newly appointed coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, faced scrutiny following a postgame press conference after the team's 131-114 defeat to the Memphis Grizzlies on November 6, 2024. This was part of a disappointing stretch where the Lakers lost four of their last five games, positioning themselves at 10th in the Western Conference. Redick’s abrupt exit from the media session and minimal comments about the team’s discipline raised eyebrows regarding his leadership abilities. Redick, who has zero prior coaching experience, attempted to motivate players but has also been openly critical of individual performance, notably singling out guard D'Angelo Russell. The Lakers began strongly with a 3-0 record, but the recent decline has brought heavy criticism as expectations for playoff contention loom large.