Coach JJ Redick’s brief confrontation with forward Jarred Vanderbilt after the Lakers’ loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder was deemed a normal part of coaching. Redick downplayed the incident, saying it was not a significant problem. Former Sixth Man of the Year Eddie Johnson agreed, noting that coach‑player clashes are routine and not a cause for concern.
Lakers' Redick Unfazed by Vanderbilt Fizzles
After a brief altercation with Jarred Vanderbilt following the Lakers’ defeat, coach JJ Redick said the disagreement was nothing serious and part of routine coaching. Former Sixth Man of the Year Eddie Johnson echoed that view.