JJ Redick Agrees to Four-Year Deal To Become Lakers' Next Head Coach

Former NBA Champion, ESPN Analyst To Take Over Los Angeles

After Seven Weeks of Searching, Lakers Land Their Man

After seven weeks of speculation and rumors, the Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly landed on their next head coach: JJ Redick. The former NBA champion and ESPN analyst has reportedly agreed to a four-year contract, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. Redick, 39, is a well-respected figure in the basketball world. He played 15 seasons in the NBA, winning a championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021. He also represented the United States in the 2016 Olympics, winning a gold medal. After retiring from playing, Redick joined ESPN as an analyst. He has quickly become one of the most popular and respected voices in the sport. He is known for his sharp basketball IQ and his ability to communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise way. Redick's hiring is a significant coup for the Lakers, who have been searching for a new head coach since firing Darvin Ham in early January. Redick is a young, energetic coach with a proven track record of success. He is also a good communicator and a strong leader. The Lakers are hoping that Redick can be the coach to finally lead them back to the NBA Finals. The team has not won a championship since 2010, and has struggled to find consistency in recent years. Redick will be introduced as the Lakers' new head coach at a press conference on Friday.