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JJ Redick Says Lakers Don’t Have Enough Defenders Who Play With Consistent Effort

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Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick was frustrated after his team's blowout loss to the Phoenix Suns on Tuesday. Redick was asked if the Lakers have enough players who are hardwired to defend and play with consistent effort and physicality. "No," Redick replied simply. The Lakers coach then went on to explain why things went sideways for his team in the third quarter of the loss … [Read more...] about JJ Redick Says Lakers Don’t Have Enough Defenders Who Play With Consistent Effort

Austin Reaves Cleared To Return For Lakers

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Lakers guard Austin Reaves has been upgraded to available for Tuesday’s game against Phoenix, the team confirmed in its latest injury report. Reaves hasn’t played since December 10 due to a left calf strain. Although his absence has spanned nearly two weeks, the standout guard has only missed three games during that time, with the Lakers playing a very light schedule in … [Read more...] about Austin Reaves Cleared To Return For Lakers

JJ Redick Calls Out Lakers’ Defensive Effort

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The Lakers still have a strong 19-9 record after Tuesday’s 132-108 loss in Phoenix, but their 117.6 defensive rating places them 24th in the NBA, and none of the six clubs below them in that category have more than 10 wins so far this season. Recognizing that his team is trending in the wrong direction defensively, head coach JJ Redick highlighted the issue after Tuesday’s … [Read more...] about JJ Redick Calls Out Lakers’ Defensive Effort