JJ Redick was seen as a risky hire when the Los Angeles Lakers first decided to name him head coach of the franchise. He had zero prior coaching experience, and many were worried about his ability to lead a team with LeBron James — both a friend and someone his exact age — without losing the locker room like previous coaches had.

Lakers head coach JJ Redick appears to have the trust and respect of his two superstars at the end of his first year as a head coach.

The Los Angeles Lakers were in prime position to take Game 4 and even the series at two games apiece. On Tuesday, just over 24 hours ahead of Game 5, head coach JJ Redick addressed the media and was asked about his decision to ride with the same starting five—Luka Doncic,