Lakers’ HC JJ Redick reveals what concerns him the most about Luka Doncic and team dynamics

JJ Redick and the Los Angeles Lakers are experiencing a challenging preseason, both in terms of results and game plan execution. With Luka Doncic striving to steer the team and LeBron James making podcast appearances while recovering from an injury, the fan base is increasingly concerned about the upcoming season.

As the new season draws near, with just days to go, Redick addressed the media regarding Doncic and the team’s overall performance, spotlighting the struggles in dynamics as evidenced during preseason matches. With the first game of the new season on the horizon, the pressure is mounting.

“We are trying to form consistent habits, and that involves everyone on the team, not just three guys,” Redick remarked to the media after a 113-104 loss to the Suns. “I think there were some really good moments on both ends of the floor, and certain possessions where we executed well, but to become a really good team, consistency is key every single time.”

“I don’t think any of the groups tonight were as consistent as they need to be,” Redick elaborated. “To me, we took a step forward defensively against the Warriors, but regressed against the Suns, and that’s really frustrating.”

Redick analyzes Doncic’s role in preseason performance

Following an extended period before committing to the Lakers this preseason, Doncic’s dynamic performance and physical prowess have ignited optimism among the fan base. Many consider him to be the linchpin of a franchise eager to ascend back to the pinnacle of the NBA.

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“Luka displayed commendable poise,” Redick conveyed to the media. “I’ve mentioned before that he’s trying to foster a strong rapport with Marcus Smart and the other players, and I appreciated his showing in this initial preseason matchup.”

Redick reflects on challenging nights and team development

As the Lakers seek to offer a glimpse of their potential for the upcoming season, Redick seized the opportunity to emphasize the benefits of challenging nights in fostering team cohesion and development.

“Building those small interactions between players was a strong point throughout much of the game,” Redick observed. “It’s my responsibility to address those challenges, but on-court problem-solving is crucial, and that’s where I perceive positive strides for our team,” he remarked.