JJ Redick did not censor himself during his introductory press conference with the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday. In fact, he freely let the profanity fly. Redick was introduced Monday as the new head coach of the Lakers. The first-time coach was asked if there were any concerns or misconceptions he’s heard that he would like to dispel or prove wrong. “It’s a valid question, and I’ve certainly heard everything,” Redick began. “I don’t really have a great answer for your question because I really don’t give a f–k. Like, honestly. “I want to coach the Lakers. I want to…
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Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow (9) gives a thumbs up to the fans after the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 4 game between the Cincinnati Bengals and the Jacksonville Jaguars at Paul Brown Stadium in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020. The Bengals collected their first win of the season, 33-25, from the Jaguars. Joe Burrow is getting in touch with his fashion side, and that means wearing some weird outfits. Burrow traveled to Paris to partake in the Vogue World fashion show on Sunday, along with his former LSU teammate, Justin Jefferson. The two modeled some suit-like…
Cameron Brink will be replaced at the Paris Games by a fellow Los Angeles Sparks player. USA Basketball made the announcement on Monday that Dearica Hamby has been selected to replace Brink on the women’s 3-on-3 basketball team that will… The Philadelphia Phillies on Monday turned one of the rarest plays in baseball history. The Phillies were leading 4-0 against the Detroit Tigers in the bottom of the third inning at Comerica Park in Detroit, Mich. Tigers center fielder Matt… The most famous Edmonton Oilers fan of all on the internet was sure to get her prediction in ahead of…
Oct 9, 2022; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Detailed view of a Philadelphia Eagles helmet at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports One significant NFL offseason move may end up looking like a steal, at least in the eyes of other teams. In an appearance on “SportsCenter” Sunday, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler pointed to the Philadelphia Eagles’ addition of running back Saquon Barkley as perhaps the move of the offseason. It is not just Fowler saying that, though; he said teams around the NFL believe Barkley could impact the Eagles the same way Christian McCaffrey benefitted the San Francisco…
Nov 22, 2021; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch in the second half against the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. Mandatory Credit: Chuck Cook-USA TODAY SportsThe Minnesota Timberwolves are once again committing long-term to coach Chris Finch after his most successful season yet.The Timberwolves are signing Finch to a new four-year contract extension, according to Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. The new agreement will tie Finch to the organization through the 2027-27 season.It is not clear how much time Finch had left on his previous deal, but there was no chance the Timberwolves were…
Jun 24, 2024; El Segundo, CA, USA; The Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick speaks to the media during an introductory news conference at the UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports JJ Redick was officially introduced as the new head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday, but it is no secret that he was not the team’s first choice. And that is quite alright with him. At one point earlier this month, it appeared that the Lakers were on the verge of announcing they had agreed to a deal with Redick. Then, seemingly…
The Los Angeles Lakers made it very clear what they see in JJ Redick when introducing him to the media on Monday. Redick was officially announced as the Lakers’ new head coach with a press conference that also included general manager Rob Pelinka. Pelinka set the tone early by saying that, under Redick, the organization is looking to establish a “new and unique approach to Lakers excellence” through player development. “A new and unique approach to Lakers excellence with player development” – Pelinka says. — Dan Woike (@DanWoikeSports) June 24, 2024 That was quite clear to Redick as well. He…
Dec 19, 2021; East Rutherford, N.J., USA; Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy looks on during the second half of their game against the New York Giants at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-USA TODAY Sports Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones’ hands-on ownership methods may be wearing thin on head coach Mike McCarthy. Tyler Dunne of Go Long wrote a lengthy piece about the problems facing the Cowboys, and how Jones’ methods are viewed as contributing to those issues. Jones is characterized as someone who likes to control his coaches, and letting McCarthy face a lame duck year in 2024…
Nov 12, 2018; Santa Clara, CA, USA; A general overall view of the San Francisco 49ers logo at midfield at Levi’s Stadium prior to the game against the New York Giants. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports The San Francisco 49ers may be looking to resolve matters with wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk. Aiyuk is meeting with the 49ers on Monday, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports. This is a significant development considering Aiyuk’s stance for the last several months. The 26-year-old did not report to the team’s mandatory minicamp and instead worked out on his own. He is seeking a significant long-term…
Oct 2, 2022; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA; New York Jets helmets on the sidelines against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second quarter at Acrisure Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY SportsThe New York Jets have moved on from Tae Hayes a day after the cornerback’s arrest.Hayes was arrested in Alabama early Sunday morning and charged with marijuana possession, which is a second-degree misdemeanor. The Jets announced on Monday that the 26-year-old has been released.Hayes signed a practice-squad contract with the Jets last October and then a reserve/future contract in January. He appeared in one game last season and recorded two tackles.Prior…