The Lakers left Rocket Arena with a blowout loss, but the bigger concern came from a detail that has nothing to do with shot-making or schemes: the floor itself. After …
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Carmelo Anthony, PJ Tucker, And The NBA’s Oldest Defensive Problem
by Kano Klasby Kano KlasIn the NBA, “accountability” is a clean word for a messy reality. Coaches preach it in training camp. Veterans demand it in film sessions. Fans weaponize it after a bad …
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JJ Redick On Coaching In The Social Media Era: “Getting Guys To Feel Neutral”
by Len Werleby Len WerleLos Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick offered a clear-eyed look at the emotional challenges NBA players face in the social media era, describing how constant exposure to praise and …
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JJ Redick Explains Jarred Vanderbilt’s Benching And Outlines Path Back Into Lakers Rotation
by Len Werleby Len WerleLakers head coach JJ Redick addressed Jarred Vanderbilt’s recent benching, praising the forward’s professionalism and “stay‑ready” work while acknowledging a numbers crunch created by LeBron James’ return and the team’s …
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Charles Barkley Hilariously Questions LeBron James’ Injury On Inside The NBA: “LeBron Don’t Have A Sciatica”
As LeBron James continues his recovery from a reported sciatica injury, NBA Hall of Famer and Inside the NBA analyst Charles Barkley hilariously stated that he doesn’t believe the injury …
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The Los Angeles Lakers opened their preseason with a 103–81 loss to the Phoenix Suns and a 111-103 defeat, but the spotlight was firmly on Bronny James, who endured a …
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JJ Redick Reflects On Rookie “Meltdown” And How It Reshaped His Leadership
by Len Werleby Len WerleWhen the Los Angeles Lakers hired JJ Redick as their head coach, skeptics questioned whether a former sharpshooter with no prior coaching experience could handle the pressure of leading one …
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JJ Redick Holds “Heart-to-Heart” With Reporters, Acknowledges Shortcomings In Playoff Conduct
by Len Werleby Len WerleLos Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick reportedly pulled reporters aside following the team’s exit interviews to deliver a personal message. According to Jovan Buha, Redick wanted to take accountability for …
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Matt Barnes Points To Austin Rivers’ Contract As The Beginning Of Lob City’s Downfall
by Len Werleby Len WerleThe “Lob City” era of the Los Angeles Clippers was supposed to be a dynasty. With Chris Paul orchestrating, Blake Griffin and DeAndre Jordan finishing lobs, and a strong supporting …
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JJ Redick’s Old Words Become Prophetic As Marcus Smart Joins Lakers: “I Want Him On My Team”
by Len Werleby Len WerleSometimes, the internet has a way of turning nostalgia into destiny. That’s exactly what happened when a five-year-old podcast clip of JJ Redick praising Marcus Smart resurfaced, just as the …
