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Rob Pelinka says new Lakers coach JJ Redick has ‘very unique’ qualities

JJ Redick raised his voice, trophies glistening in an office window above his head, the banners still in the Lakers’ rafters.

There had been other opportunities for Redick to pursue post-retirement basketball life. He’d been podcasting and broadcasting. Last summer, he interviewed for a coaching job in Toronto. Earlier this offseason, he was a candidate in Charlotte.

After 15 years as an NBA player and three as a broadcaster, the future had finally truly presented itself.

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“I’ve got to do some amazing stuff in my life. Right?” Redick said. “This might be the best.