The Ringer NBA Show

The Lakers Hire JJ Redick, LeBron’s Window, and Our Worst Takes From the Season | Real Ones

Jun 21, 2024

JJ Redick is the Lakers' new head coach discussed. LeBron's future and joining another contender debated. The Alex Caruso–Josh Giddey trade impact on OKC reviewed. Hosts revisit their worst takes from the season.

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JJ Redick

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Quick takeaways

JJ Redick's hiring as Lakers head coach and potential short leash discussed.

LeBron James' acceptance of closing winning window or joining another contender debated.

Alex Caruso-Josh Giddey trade impact on OKC and worst takes revisited by hosts.

Deep dives

NFL offseason updates and team developments

Stay up to date on big training camp developments and news around the league with Sheil Kapadia and a rotating cast of Ringer favorites, including Nora Pinciati, Stephen Ruiz, and more. Dive into what teams are planning for the 2024 season.

Intro

6min

JJ Redick's Hiring and Lakers Front Office Dysfunction

21min

Navigating Locker Room Dynamics and Roster Upgrades in the NBA

14min

Making Tough Decisions and Recapping Predictions

9min

NBA Takeaways and Future Schedule Updates

7min

Misunderstanding Over Reusing the Riverside Link for the Podcast

2min

Banter about Pronunciation, Season End, and Elevator Rescue

3min

Gratitude, Listener Engagement, and Support Resources

2min

Logan, Raja, and Howard are back to react to the Lakers hiring JJ Redick as their head coach, then discuss if he’ll be on a short leash next season (01:30). They also get into whether LeBron James has accepted his winning window has closed or if he’ll join another contender (15:40). Then, they briefly talk about the Alex Caruso–Josh Giddey trade and how this helps OKC (37:34). Afterward, producer Kerm joins to revisit some of the guys’ worst takes from this season (41:07).

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Hosts: Logan Murdock, Raja Bell, and Howard Beck

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Eduardo Ocampo

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The Ringer NBA Show

The Lakers Hire JJ Redick, LeBron’s Window, and Our Worst Takes From the Season | Real Ones

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

NFL offseason updates and team developments

Critical discussion of recent NBA coaching decisions

Analyzing the dynamics of LeBron James and the Lakers

Evaluation of NBA offseason moves and team strategies

Real Ones Podcast Milestone and Appreciation

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts