NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins shares his excitement for a head coaching duel between JJ Redick and Joe Mazzulla ahead of Lakers-Celtics.

Ahead of the matchup Lakers head coach JJ Redick made sure to deliver a classy message to his former All-NBA center as he returns to Los Angeles, singing his praises while also expressing appreciation for his willingness to work with Redick.

The LA Lakers were expected to witness a significant offensive boost after acquiring Luka Doncic. However, JJ Redick has also figured out a way to strengthen the Purple & Gold’s defense.

LA Lakers coach JJ Redick bluntly warned Luka Doncic's counterparts after Sunday's 108-102 win over the LA Clippers.

"This is not an exaggeration,” Redick said. “If you watch our basketball team every night and if you've watched our team for the last six weeks or so, LeBron is playing at an All-NBA defensive ...

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick showered LeBron James ... "He defies what's normal," Redick said. "... LeBron's playing at an All-NBA defense level. He is. People may have perceptions ...

If you watch this team the last six weeks or so, LeBron has been playing at an All-NBA defensive level” – JJ Redick postgame.Source: Bluesky What’s the buzz

While much of the focus for the Los Angeles Lakers with Luka Doncic joining LeBron James has been on the offensive side of the ball, it is defense that has carried JJ Redick ... and Redick feels the Lakers leader has been defending at an All-NBA level ...