JJ Redick expressed frustration during a postgame interview following the Lakers’ loss to the Grizzlies, highlighting issues with team performance and effort.
Redick noted that the Lakers struggled with transition defense, allowing nine points after made baskets due to lack of urgency in getting back on defense.
The team failed to maintain attention to detail, particularly in defending against the Grizzlies’ offensive strategies, leading to open shots and backdoor cuts.
LeBron James was praised for his performance, scoring 39 points and demonstrating strong effort, which Redick indicated should set a standard for the rest of the team.
Redick addressed the shooting struggles of the team, emphasizing the importance of mental toughness and the need to keep shooting despite misses.
The coach’s decision to limit D’Angelo Russell’s minutes was based on a lack of competitive effort and attention to detail, not as a punishment.
Redick emphasized the necessity for a collective commitment from the team to perform well, stating that success relies on multiple players making the right choices each night.