“Went full Darvin Ham” – JJ Redick bashed as Lakers break 2019-20 target in loss against Cavaliers

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick has been subject of recent interest from the NBA community after his sides recent loss vs Cavs.

“Went full Darvin Ham” – JJ Redick bashed as Lakers break 2019-20 target in loss against Cavaliers

Darvin Ham and JJ Redick

The Los Angeles Lakers have suffered their second consecutive loss in the 2024-25 NBA season. This comes after losing to the Phoenix Suns and the Cleveland Cavaliers. Interestingly, the Lakers now have the same record (3 wins, two losses in 5 games) this season under JJ Redick compared to last season under former coach Dravin Ham. The Lakers fans were also frustrated during a particular play.

They called out Redick on social media. This was for not calling out a time-out as their star defender, Anthony Davis, suffered a bruise on the nose. They likened this situation to that of their former coach, Ham’s. In addition, with Davis being down on the court, the Lakers conceded back-to-back baskets, which left fans in worry.

One account wrote on X, “JJ Redick went full Darvin Ham mode while AD was writhing in pain.” Despite the current losses, all the players seem to back their head coach and will give it all during the upcoming matchups. LeBron James scored 26 points, whereas Davis scored 22 points in the loss. The team could not live up to their words, as both stars previously stated they don’t see losing consecutive games.

Despite their performances, the Cavs side performed as a unit to see out the win on home court. Meanwhile, the Lakers will travel to Toronto to return to winning ways. However, it will be a tough matchup for the Lakers and head coach Redick. Their stars will have to be at their flying best to get a win away from home.

Fans left upset with JJ Redick and Lakers after losing to Cavs

Just a few weeks ago, the Los Angeles Lakers fans were ecstatic after watching their side play during the NBA preseason. However, after a few losses in the 2024-25 NBA season, that joy has seemed to turn into a bit of anger lately. This is especially true in the case of the Lakers head coach, JJ Redick. The Lakers fans were upset with Redick’s management during their most recent matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

Many fans took to various social media apps to put forward their views regarding Redick and the Lakers’ consecutive second loss this season. One fan wrote on X, “Maybe the worst play by JJ Redick so far. AD over here walking in pain for like 4 possessions and no timeout what you doing?” Check out some of the reactions below:

On the other hand, the Cavs dominated the Lakers. The Cavs had 25 points from Evan Mobley, 24 from Donovan Mitchell, and 20 points and 17 rebounds from Jarrett Allen. The victory represents the third time in the Cavaliers’ history that they have begun 5-0 and the first since their former player, LeBron James, led the team to victory in 2016–17.