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LLA Coach Redick Downplays Clash With Vanderbilt

Lakers head coach JJ Redick dismissed the heated exchange with forward Jarred Vanderbilt after the team’s loss to the Thunder as a minor issue. Former Sixth Man of the Year Eddie Johnson said it’s a normal coach‑player interaction.

During the Tuesday game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Jarred Vanderbilt was ejected after only five minutes on the court. The Lakers’ coach, JJ Redick, later clarified that the disagreement was not a major problem and that it was typical coaching tension. Former Sixth Man of the Year Eddie Johnson echoed Redick’s sentiment, noting that such clashes happen regularly and are part of maintaining player confidence.