Former NBA player-turned-pundit J.J. Redick says he is ready for the challenge of taking the Los Angeles Lakers back to the pinnacle of the NBA after being confirmed as the new head coach of the 17-time champions.
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The 40-year-old analyst acknowledged those concerns in remarks to reporters on Monday, admitting his emergence as a contender for the Lakers job had been "surreal." The Lakers finished the regular season with a 47-35 record but were unable to threaten Denver in the opening round of the playoffs."I know what the expectations are," Redick said. "Lakers fans have some of the most passionate fans around the world. And the expectation is a championship.
"J.J. is a fierce competitor and has an extraordinary basketball IQ and understanding of the modern game that will energize players and excite fans," Pelinka said. During his NBA playing career, Redick averaged 12.8 points, 2.0 rebounds and 2.0 assists a game over 940 contests from 2006-2021 with Orlando, Milwaukee, the Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia and New Orleans.#PhilstarPicks: Honor every type of dad with these finds from UrbanizeVNGGames officially releases newest MMORPG 'Ghost Story: Love Destiny' in Southeast AsiaThere was absolutely no mercy from the Gilas Pilipinas women U18 team as they blew Maldives right out of the water, 141-18,..
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