JJ Redick’s Shortcuts and Shenanigans Speech…
Oh, Lakers fans, pack your tissues because the Los Angeles Lakers are having a rocky road trip start, tripping over the Brooklyn Nets after an opening night stumble against the Boston Celtics. The Lakers dropped the ball and then some, narrowly losing 111-108 to a struggling bunch from Brooklyn. Sure, LeBron and some key teammates were MIA, but JJ Redick feels the team has got to get its act together, communication-wise.
Coach Redick was quick to call out the squad for playing a game of charades with the Nets. He likened their style to a comedy of errors rather than an epic performance, admitting the team spent more time gambling on bad decisions than scoring points. The Lakers were too busy playing hide-and-seek on defense, allowing Nets 20 free points just for giggles. Safe to say, Redick mused, “It’s not about being shorthanded, it’s about avoiding shortcuts like they’re coupons for free losses.”
To add insult to injury, Redick’s headache doesn’t end with the Nets’ bungle as they face back-to-back matchups against the Bucks and Nuggets. LeBron James thinks the Lakers can conquer any rival—except the Celtics. Maybe practicing passing the ball like a hot potato will get them back on track? Fingers crossed and courts ready!
