Archive · 26 Sep 2025
Lakers Extend Head Coach JJ Redick's Contract
The LA Lakers are keeping their coach, JJ Redick, for longer!
The team's boss, Rob Pelinka, said they're really happy with Redick and want him to stay.
Redick is 41 and joined the Lakers in 2024 on a big contract.
The team hopes to keep LeBron James playing with the Lakers for his retirement.
Redick says he's been talking with LeBron, who is ready for the new season.
The Lakers want to make sure they have the right players around LeBron and Luka Doncic to be successful.
The LA Lakers extended head coach JJ Redick's contract.
Rob Pelinka expressed confidence in Redick's leadership.
No details of the contract extension were revealed.
Redick joined the Lakers in 2024 on a four-year deal.
LeBron James' future with the Lakers was discussed during the offseason, but he is poised to play again.
- Who
- The LA Lakers and head coach JJ Redick.
- What
- The LA Lakers announced a contract extension for head coach JJ Redick.
- When
- The extension was announced as the team prepares for the 2025-2026 season.
- Where
- Los Angeles, USA.
- Why
- As a vote of confidence in Redick's long-term leadership, according to Lakers boss Rob Pelinka.
- Team
- LA Lakers
- Coach
- JJ Redick
- Contract Extension Announced
- Yes
- Previous Contract
- 4 years, reportedly $432 million (began 2024)
- Redick's Age
- 41
- LeBron James
- Poised to play again this season, future with team discussed