Los Angeles Lakers head coach J.J. Redick faced a tense moment during a pregame press conference when questioned about his decision-making regarding player rotations. Following a disappointing Game 4 against the Minnesota Timberwolves, in which he played five players for the entire second half, Redick was confronted about whether he consults his assistants for rotation decisions.

Redick, defensive about the criticism, emphasized his reliance on his coaching staff throughout games. Analysts, including Charles Barkley, suggested that acknowledging missteps would be more beneficial than deflecting blame. With the Lakers trailing 3-1 in their playoff series, the pressure is mounting for Redick to refine his strategy and ensure player stamina is prioritized.