The Los Angeles Lakers stunningly announced a contract extension for JJ Redick when general manager Rob Pelinka and the head coach met the media on Sept. 25, but the unnecessary move will quickly turn sour. The franchise was showing faith in the first-time head coach, but it was completely unnecessary. He signed a four-year deal in 2024 and reportedly added two seasons on after one year.
Redick showed some warts in year one. He ran more innovative sets and actions than Darvin Ham ever showed, and the Lakers won 50 regular-season games to grab the third seed.