Lakers coach JJ Redick jokes about roster racial makeup

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 25 Sept, 04:24 · Archive

Lakers coach JJ Redick made a joke about his team's racial makeup during media availability.

Lakers coach JJ Redick made a quip about the racial composition of his team's roster during a press conference. The comment came while addressing the viral 'Snowtime' nickname for Luka Doncic's team. Some reports suggest the remark may have been directed at LeBron James, whose departure leaves the Lakers entering the 2026-27 season without him for the first time in eight years.

How it is being reported

• JJ Redick takes shot at LeBron James, promises starters will not be all 'white guys' in odd presserFox News · 25 Sept, 01:53
• Did JJ Redick throw shade at LeBron James with eye-opening comments?New York Post · 25 Sept, 00:39
• Lakers coach drops hilarious quip on racial makeup of roster entering 2026-27 NBA seasonNew York Post · 24 Sept, 23:34

In this story: JJ Redick · LeBron James · Los Angeles Lakers · Luka Doncic

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