Entering the 2024-25 season, the Los Angeles Lakers were expecting big things from Max Christie.
The Lakers re-signed Christie to a four-year, $32 million in the offseason which was a sign of their confidence he could be a rotation piece for head coach JJ Redick.
However, Christie struggled in a bigger role to begin the season and was relegated to the bench. However, Redick named him a starter against the Memphis Grizzlies and he responded with a strong effort on the defensive end.
Christie revealed Redick told him right before the game he would start and later explained he’s looking forward to continue growing as a player while in the starting lineup.