LeBron James Compares JJ Redick to Coach K

LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers' superstar forward, has publicly compared his head coach JJ Redick's style to that of Mike Krzyzewski, the legendary Duke University coach known as Coach K, highlighting Redick's direct and demanding approach.

James shared these insights during a recent episode of the "Mind The Game" podcast, co-hosted with Steve Nash. Discussing Redick's transition from podcast collaborator to NBA head coach, James emphasized the former player's lifelong winning mentality and the rigorous coaching that shaped him. "You look at JJ's career as a basketball player, all the way from high school, he's been a winner his whole life," James said. "And he's been taught the game the right way. It's been no sugarcoating from the coaches that's put him in the position that he's in today."

Redick, who joined the Lakers in 2024 with no prior professional coaching experience, has quickly established himself in one of the league's most high-pressure roles. Last season, he led the team to 50 victories, a strong debut marked by roster adjustments including a major trade. This year, the Lakers have started 13-4, their best opening since the 2010-11 season, even while managing...