Barely appointed head of the Lakers, JJ Redick took his phone to make calls, and set up his staff. Management wants them to surround themselves with experienced coaches and assistants to compensate for their inexperience.
According to The Athletic, four first names emerge to support him. They are Scott Brooks, Sam Cassell, Jared Dudley and Rajon Rondo. The first is the most experienced of all since he has coached the Thunder and the Wizards. He was Chauncey Billups' right-hand man at the Blazers, but his contract was not renewed.
NBA champion with the Celtics at the start of the week, Sam Cassell is very popular. In Boston, a position as first assistant awaits him after the departure of Charles Lee to the Hornets, but he is also expected on the Bucks side by Doc Rivers, who has always had him by his side.
Assistant to Jason Kidd, Jared Dudley is one of the most promising technicians, and he has already been with the Lakers. According to the local press, the Mavericks are ready to increase his salary to keep him.
Finally, Rajon Rondo has no experience as an assistant or coach, but we know that he wants to get into the business, and the Lakers track has already been mentioned.
