# Lakers coach Redick sets championship goal

> Lakers coach JJ Redick insists new team can win title despite roster changes.
- Title: Lakers coach Redick sets championship goal · Newsweek
- Summary: 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…
- Keywords: jj redick, lakers, luka doncic, austin reaves, los angeles lakers, nba, championship expectations, coach, Redick, sets, championship, goal
- Source: Newsweek — https://newsweek.com/sports/nba/jj-redick-sends-strong-message-about-lakers-championship-expectations-12538669
- Author: Bryan Colbert Jr.
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: jj redick, lakers, luka doncic, austin reaves, los angeles lakers, nba, championship expectations
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Lakers head coach JJ Redick expects his team to compete for a championship after adding Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.