JJ Redick is being hired as the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. It will be the first coaching job for the former guard.
The 39-year-old Redick replaces Darvin Ham, who was fired May 3 despite leading the Lakers to two playoff berths and a Western Conference finals appearance in 2023.
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Redick was a proficient outside shooter for six teams before his retirement in September 2021, when he moved into broadcasting and podcasting. He joined ESPN’s lead commentary team earlier this year.
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