JJ Redick Unfazed by Charles Barkley's Criticisms

JJ Redick, in his rookie season as Lakers head coach, isn't losing sleep over Charles Barkley's harsh comments. When asked about Barkley’s criticism of the Lakers' mid-season struggles, Redick brushed it off, saying, “I honestly don’t care. ” This unconcerned response came before the Lakers faced the Hawks. Barkley, a Hall of Famer, didn't mince words during his appearance on “Inside the NBA. ” He labeled Redick a “dead man walking, ” questioning his coaching abilities compared to predecessors like Frank Vogel and Darvin Ham. Barkley’s remarks were triggered by Redick’s earlier comments about the drop in NBA television ratings, where he hinted at analysts contributing to the negativity surrounding the league. Redick, previously an analyst for ESPN and a podcast host with LeBron James, has had a mixed start with the Lakers. The team currently holds a 19-14 record, placing them sixth in the Western Conference. Despite the ups and downs, Redick seems focused on his own game plan rather than the noise from critics.