Redick Downplays Sideline Spat After Laker Blowout Loss
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Los Angeles — Lakers coach JJ Redick downplayed a vocal confrontation with forward Jarred Vanderbilt during Tuesday night's NBA game, after calling a timeout 16 seconds into the second quarter of a 123-87 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder; Vanderbilt was pulled from play and confronted his coach on-court.
The incident left Vanderbilt with under five minutes of playing time and three missed free throws noted in reports, while Redick described the exchange as 'nothing personal' and cited a 'confluence of things'; the injury-depleted team faces scrutiny over cohesion and potential lineup adjustments this week.
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Timeline
- 1. Tuesday night: Lakers lose 123-87 to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
- 2. 16 seconds into the second quarter: Redick calls timeout and removes Vanderbilt.
- 3. Vanderbilt confronts Redick on the court and is physically separated by teammates and staff.
- 4. Vanderbilt plays under five minutes and misses three consecutive free throws.
- 5. Postgame: Redick calls the exchange 'nothing personal' and attributes it to a 'confluence of things.'
Why it matters
The Lakers' recent loss and on-court spat could affect team morale and performance. If you're a fan, this could impact the season's outcome. Keep an eye on how the team responds in their next few games.
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