JJ Redick was seen as a risky hire when the Los Angeles Lakers first decided to name him head coach of the franchise. He had zero prior coaching experience, and many were worried about his ability to lead a team with LeBron James — both a friend and someone his exact age — without losing the locker room like previous coaches had.

Lakers head coach JJ Redick appears to have the trust and respect of his two superstars at the end of his first year as a head coach.

Superstar Luka Dončić, head coach JJ Redick and general manager Rob Pelinka were all spotted leaving dinner in Los Angeles on Friday night in a video that made the rounds on social media. While fellow superstar LeBron James will also factor into Los Angeles' plans for the 2025-26 season with his looming player option,