Lakers star LeBron James was given an earful on Monday night by new head coach J.J. Redick.
With the Lakers facing the Suns, LA ended a possession in the second quarter with a shot clock violation.
And it was James who had the ball when the buzzer sounded, as Phoenix rookie Ryan Dunn and Devin Booker clamped down on him in the paint.
Redick was none too pleased with his team not getting a field goal attempt up, as he shouted ‘Shoot the f*****g ball’ from the sideline.
It would continue to be a frustrating offensive night for James, as he was held to just 11 points on 3-of-14 shooting.
J.J. Redick was briefly angered on Monday when the Lakers had a shot clock violation
The possession ended with the ball in LeBron James’ hands as he was defended by Ryan Dunn and Devin Booker
Nonetheless, the Lakers pulled out a 109-105 win to begin the season 3-0 under Redick.
The former NBA sharpshooter, who replaced Darvin Ham in the offseason, has drawn plaudits for the Lakers’ hot start and his dogged work ethic.
On Saturday, he was spotted by former NBA star Baron Davis watching game film at a car wash.
‘Just ran into @jj_redick at the Car Wash. he had the Laptop watching film!!!! Players coach!!! Lakers in great hands,’ Davis wrote on X.
When asked how common it is for him to watch game film in public, Redick said, ‘It´s the circumstance of the back-to-back.’
Redick has drawn plaudits for the Lakers’ hot start, as they’re 3-0 after beating the Suns
James had an off-night offensively as he scored 11 points on just 3-of-14 shooting
‘Basically, I spent last night and this morning on tying the bow from last night´s game and a little bit looking forward to today. This morning, it was no different.’
Redick said his two sons had basketball games in the afternoon and the car wash was next door.
The Lakers will look to stay undefeated against the Cavs on Wednesday.
