# LeBron James Absence, JJ Redick's Take

> JJ Redick says LeBron James' consistency was what he missed most after the Lakers lost him.
- Title: LeBron James Absence, JJ Redick's Take · EssentiallySports
- Summary: JJ Redick says LeBron James' consistency was what he missed most after the Lakers lost him. JJ Redick says LeBron James' daily consistency was what he missed…
- Keywords: jj redick, lebron james, lakers, luka doncic, nba, 76ers, sports, LeBron, James, Absence, Redick's, Take
- Source: EssentiallySports — https://essentiallysports.com/nba-active-basketball-news-its-just-differentweve-texted-jj-redick-opens-up-on-lebron-james-absence-reveals-the-one-thing-he-misses-most
- Author: Shahul Hameed
- Published: 2026-10-22T01:53:58+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: jj redick, lebron james, lakers, luka doncic, nba, 76ers, sports
## LeBron James' Departure
LeBron James left the Lakers after 8 seasons to join the 76ers.
## Redick on LeBron's Consistency
Redick says he misses LeBron's daily consistency and presence in the weight room.

> I really appreciate consistency in approach
## Lakers' New Focus
Redick now builds around Luka Doncic with roster changes including Kessler and Grimes.
## 76ers' First Game
LeBron James' 76ers beat the Knicks 106-100 in their season opener.
## Key takeaway

JJ Redick says LeBron James' daily consistency was what he missed most after leaving the Lakers.