The Los Angeles Lakers have a track record of moving on from head coaches quickly. For now at least, the team has made their stance on JJ Redick crystal clear, signing him to a new contract extension this summer.
Expectations are high in Hollywood for NBA head coaches. The Los Angeles Lakers have a long tradition of being the league's most glamourous franchise, with 17 championships and 65 playoff appearances in their 78-year history. When you take over at the helm of the Lakers, the bar is championship or bust.
When JJ Redick took over as head coach before last season, the timer was immediately started and the temperature started to rise.