JJ Redick Named Lakers Head Coach on 4-Year Deal

The Los Angeles Lakers have hired JJ Redick as their new head coach on a four-year deal, replacing Darvin Ham after a first-round playoff exit. Redick, a former NBA player and ESPN analyst with no prior coaching experience, will lead the team as LeBron James makes a final push for another NBA title. The Lakers' decision is seen as high-risk but potentially high-reward, with Redick's relationship with James being a key factor. The move has sparked discussions on how it will impact the Lakers' draft and free agency strategies, and whether Redick can succeed in one of the NBA's most scrutinized roles.