MILWAUKEE -- As JJ Redick undergoes his first steps of the job transition from media personality to Los Angeles Lakers coach this preseason, Thursday was a reminder how his former role can impact his new one.
With the Lakers playing the Milwaukee Bucks, led by coach Doc Rivers, Redick was asked about his relationship with his former coach, who he played for from 2013-2017 with the LA Clippers.
Redick, working as an NBA analyst for ESPN last season, offered pointed criticism of Rivers in February during an appearance on First Take when the Bucks were still struggling to find a rhythm after Rivers replaced Adrian Griffin as head coach during the season.