JJ Redick, new to coaching, successfully led the Lakers to a playoff spot after a strong regular season, winning 50 games. However, the team's postseason performance fell short against the Wolves, raising questions about Redick's decisions, especially during critical moments in games 4 and 5. Despite the early exit, Redick demonstrated self-awareness and a commitment to improvement. LeBron James commended Redick's growth and praised his management of the challenging role as the Lakers' head coach, highlighting the difficulty of navigating a rookie season in such a high-pressure environment.
"I'll use my own thoughts to evaluate myself and I'll use what my players say and what my coaching staff says to evaluate... I know I can be better and I know I will get better."
"I think JJ is going to continue to grow. I thought he had a hell of a rookie campaign for a rookie coach... itâs a whole 'nother ball game."
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