Lakers Coach JJ Redick Faces Tough Decision on Austin Reaves' Role. As Austin Reaves prepares to return to the court after a stint on the sidelines due to a strained left oblique, Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick is facing a challenging dilemma. With Luke Kennard's impressive performance in the playoffs, Redick must now balance Reaves' significant contributions to the team with Kennard's recent surge in production. The Lakers' ability to seamlessly integrate both players into their lineup will be crucial in determining their success in the postseason.
As Austin Reaves was ramping up to make his eventual return to the court from a strained left oblique, Lakers coach JJ Redick was asked: How would the team manage Reaves’ role after Luke Kennard’s emergence in the playoffs?
