The Los Angeles Lakers are in search of a new head coach after parting ways with Darvin Ham following a disappointing 2023-24 NBA season. Ham, who had led the team to the Western Conference Finals the previous year, was let go after the Lakers failed to meet expectations and lost in the first round of the playoffs.
According to reports, former NBA player JJ Redick is the frontrunner to land the coaching job in Los Angeles. If Redick is hired, it will mark the second consecutive season that the Lakers have opted for a first-time head coach with no prior coaching experience.
While some may question the decision to bring in another unproven coach, the Lakers seem determined to consider Redick as Ham’s successor. The pressure will be on Redick to prove himself and lead the team to success, especially with the Lakers aiming for a championship in what could be the final seasons of LeBron James’ career.
The hiring of Redick could be a risky move for the Lakers, but the team appears willing to take a chance on the former player. Time will tell if Redick can step up to the challenge and guide the Lakers back to contention in the competitive Western Conference. Stay tuned for updates on the Lakers’ coaching search as they look to make a crucial decision for the future of the franchise.