From Newsweek · Bryan Colbert Jr. · · 1m 10s
Lakers coach Redick sets championship goal
Lakers coach JJ Redick insists new team can win title despite roster changes.
In brief
Lakers coach JJ Redick insists new team can win title despite roster changes. Lakers head coach JJ Redick expects his team to compete for a championship after adding Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Originally reported by Newsweek.
Redick sets championship goal
Lakers head coach JJ Redick expects Los Angeles to develop into a championship-level team this season.
“We look at this every day. I don't sugarcoat it.”
Lakers roster changes
The Lakers added Walker Kessler for rim protection and players like Quentin Grimes and Collin Sexton to improve depth.
Redick's defensive focus
Redick believes the Lakers' new roster provides better defense after finishing 20th in defensive rating last season.
“I really believe in our wing group. I believe in their defense.”
Kessler supports goal
Walker Kessler agrees with Redick, stating the Lakers have the talent to compete for a championship.
“No question. Undoubtedly.”
Doncic enters season healthy
Luka Doncic, entering the season healthy after finishing fourth in MVP voting, is the Lakers' centerpiece.
Redick's timeline for success
Redick emphasizes that becoming a championship team requires effort throughout the season, not just late September.
“You don't become a championship team [in late September]. You have to become one throughout the season.”
Lakers' championship expectation
The Lakers expect to compete for a championship despite roster turnover and adjusting to life without LeBron James.
What to remember
Lakers head coach JJ Redick expects his team to compete for a championship after adding Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
