JJ Redick has experienced a lot in his early days as a coach, it comes with the territory of taking the job at the LA Lakers.
After a poor start to the season, the Lakers appear to have found the winning formula and have lost just one of their last six games which came against the Philadelphia 76ers.
The Lakers coach was under pressure from the fans early in his tenure but some strong trades bringing in Dorian Finney Smith and Shake Milton have helped the side come together.
Redick has some great coaching qualities and Miami Heat’s Duncan Robinson has highlighted one key reason why he’s going to be a success.
Robinson praises Redick’s relentlessness
One of Redick’s greatest qualities is his unwavering competetiveness which sees him demand the most from his team.
The former shooting guard is never afraid to call out his players and he recently demanded more from Bronny James following a poor performance against the Utah Jazz.
While Redick is not afraid to question his team, he also balances this out with a supportive role which looks to draw the very best out of his stars.
This support has seen his players stand up for him in situations where he is receiving heat from the media, he recently got into a large spat with Charles Barkley about the ‘negativity’ the media portrays on the league.
Redick is still young in his coaching career having never had a role before the Lakers job, but Robinson has highlighted why he believes he will be a success.
Speaking on The Young Man and The Three, he said: “I think one reason why JJ is going to be such a good coach in time is that he’s not going to relent, he’s always going to try and find ‘this isn’t working we’re pivoting we’re playing, we’re going to figure out what’s next.”
Reaves opens up on Redick relationship
Austin Reaves has become a key part of the Lakers set-up under JJ Redick and is putting in some starring performances this season.
AR15 is grateful for his opportunity at the Lakers and he is thriving under Redick’s mentorship where he is averaging 18-4-6, his best in his NBA career so far.
The star, who went undrafted, is also a big supporter of his teammates and has explained how he is looking to help current rookie Dalton Knecht.
Reaves spoke openly about his relationship with Redick in which he feels the pair can be open with one another.
He said: “He [Redick] can say anything to me. If it’s the middle of the game he can sit there and cuss me out if he wants as I know it’s coming from a good place as I’ve spent so much time with him on a human level.
“He’s told me multiple times if there’s a situation where I need to cuss him out he said ‘Go ahead, I’m not going to hold anything against you, we’re both competitors’ so that was the main thing, we can always be honest with each other.”
Redick will now be looking to build on his 27-19 start with the Lakers, he might even be preparing to welcome a new face to the side.
Duncan Robinson names key reason LA Lakers’ JJ Redick is going to succeed as a coach, ‘he’s never going to’
In a recent interview, Miami Heat sharpshooter Duncan Robinson shared his thoughts on former NBA player JJ Redick’s transition into coaching with the Los Angeles Lakers. Robinson praised Redick’s basketball IQ and work ethic, stating that these qualities will make him a successful coach in the NBA.
“He’s never going to settle for mediocrity,” Robinson said. “JJ is a perfectionist on the court, and I know he will bring that same level of dedication and attention to detail to his coaching career. He’s always looking for ways to improve and get better, and I have no doubt that he will instill that same mindset in his players.”
Robinson also highlighted Redick’s leadership skills and ability to connect with players on a personal level as key factors that will contribute to his success as a coach. “JJ knows how to motivate and inspire his teammates, and I think that will translate well to coaching,” Robinson said. “He’s a great communicator and has a natural ability to bring people together.”
With Redick’s impressive resume as a player and his passion for the game, it seems that he is poised for a successful coaching career with the Lakers. As Robinson noted, Redick’s drive for excellence and his ability to connect with players will undoubtedly set him apart as a coach in the NBA.
Only time will tell how Redick’s coaching career will unfold, but based on Robinson’s comments, it seems like he is on the right path to success.
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