JJ Redick gives blunt response to Lakers' adjustments for Game 2 vs T-Wolves
LA Lakers coach JJ Redick was happy with his team's practice on Monday ahead of Game 2 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Redick explained what the Lakers should do defensively after a disappointing display on Saturday.
Redick was asked by reporters about the adjustments the Lakers had to make, especially on the perimeter. The Timberwolves made 21 3-point shots and 51.2% of their shot attempts in Game 1, but the first-year coach said their opponents won't have that kind of game again.
"We looked back at every 3-pointer made, (our defense) wasn't why they made 3-pointers," Redick said.
JJ Redick pointed out the importance of effort on the court.
Their lack of energy was the main reason they were blown out 117-95 in Game 1, with Luka Doncic the only bright spot. Doncic finished the contest with 37 points and eight rebounds. He registered just one assist.
Redick added that physicality will also play a part in their success. He said they lacked the mentality to make things hard in Game 1, but he's hoping to get it back for Tuesday's must-win game. He explained that the LA Lakers were among the most physical teams in the NBA in the regular season, so it was surprising not to see the aggression on Saturday.
"We are, in my opinion, one of the more physical teams in the NBA," Redick said. "It's who we are. I take Saturday's game from a physicality standpoint as an aberration."
Redick even told one reporter that he won't be giving away the adjustments the Lakers are making for Game 2 after being asked to disclose his strategy.
JJ Redick wants the Lakers to be more organized for Game 2
After praising the LA Lakers' practice on Monday, coach JJ Redick said he wanted his team to be more organized.
"Being organized is screening, being organized is getting to the proper spacing, being organized is getting corners filled after makes and misses," Redick said. "That’s being organized."
Redick knows that the pressure is on the Lakers in Game 2 following their disappointing performance on Saturday.