Hey there, hoop heads! Let’s dive into the wild world of basketball where JJ Redick is already making waves as a rookie head coach.
Redick’s Ball Dilemma
So, JJ Redick just stepped into his first NBA game as a head coach, and guess what? He led his squad to a win against the Timberwolves. But hold up, he’s got something on his mind that might surprise ya. Redick’s got beef with the brand-new basketballs the league uses. Yep, you heard that right. He’s all about those “worn-in” balls, and he’s not shy about it. “I’m gonna send in a request to the league,” he said, dead serious. “Not sure why we’re playing real games with brand new basketballs.”
JJ Redick was displeased with the NBA using brand-new basketballs in favor of basketballs already broken in
— Ball Exclusives (@ballexclusives)
During postgame chats, some folks chuckled at his comments. But Redick wasn’t having it. “You think I’m joking?” he shot back. “I’m neurotic.” Honestly, I think he’s got a point. New balls can be tricky, like trying to break in a pair of fresh sneakers.
The James Family Show
Now, let’s talk about the main event: LeBron and Bronny James making history as the first father-son duo to play together in an NBA game. It’s like a scene straight out of a feel-good sports movie. The Lakers took on the Wolves, and when LeBron and Bronny checked in together, the arena went nuts. LeBron said, “That moment, us being at the scorer’s table together and checking in together, something I will never forget.” Can you imagine the chills?
As for Bronny, he was all about staying focused. “I tried not to focus on everything that was going on around me,” he shared. “But yeah, I totally did feel the energy.” It’s like stepping onto a stage for your debut performance, and your dad’s right there cheering you on.
Shooting Woes and Silver Linings
Back to the game, Redick’s Lakers struggled a bit from the three-point line, hitting only 5 out of 30 attempts. Ouch. But they still managed to snag a win. Redick believes those slick new balls played a role. “We got great looks,” he said. “We just couldn’t knock ’em down.” It’s like trying to shoot a beach ball through a hula hoop, am I right?
And hey, speaking of shooting, did you see Anthony Davis’ monster game? 36 points, 16 boards, and 3 blocks. The dude was on fire!
So, what’s next for the Lakers and their dynamic duo? Will JJ’s ball request shake things up? Or will the team find their groove despite the slippery spheres? Only time will tell. What do you think?
