Mark Walter, now the majority owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, faces the critical decision of whether to retain Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick in their roles. Despite their controversial pasts and the Lakers’ struggles, there is an argument for their retention as they’ve both contributed to recent successes. Pelinka, while criticized for his handling of key players, did help secure a championship in 2020 and has potential to build around stars like LeBron James and Luka Doncic. Redick's first season showed promise despite playoff struggles, and he deserves more time to develop. The upcoming offseason will be pivotal for the Lakers, and both Pelinka and Redick should be given a chance to adapt to the new regime before drastic changes are made.