The Los Angeles Lakers caused an uproar across the media on Thursday, hiring analyst JJ Redick as their next head coach.
He retired from the NBA in 2021, and just a year later, he explained why he'd make a good coach in an interview with TNT's Taylor Rooks.
"I don't necessarily think it's one thing," Redick shared. "I feel like I know the game pretty well because of some coaches I've played for, really Coach K. He taught me about adaptability, and our game, the NBA, changes so fast year to year, having the mindset of being open to change. One of my greatest skills as a human being. is communicating in an open and transparent way. I think that's part of coaching—not avoiding things and not avoiding confrontation. I look at coaching as a way to help."
JJ Redick reportedly being hired as Lakers HC 👀
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 20, 2024
He told @TaylorRooks why he'd be a good coach during 2022 interview. pic.twitter.com/t09Yl3lQwi
Redick and the Lakers agreed to terms on a four-year deal, despite the retired sharpshooter having no prior experience in coaching. Many are torn on the move, but only time will tell if Redick can coach superstar tandem LeBron James and Anthony to another title in LA, once again tying the score with the Boston Celtics.
