How Lakers' JJ Redick did in Coach of the Year balloting
Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla was named the 2025-26 NBA Coach of the Year. Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick finished seventh in the voting, receiving three third-place votes but no first or second-place votes. Despite doubts about his coaching experience, Redick has shown leadership skills and basketball acumen, leading the Lakers to 53 wins this season.
- ▪Joe Mazzulla led the Boston Celtics to a 56-26 record and the second seed in the Eastern Conference.
- ▪JJ Redick guided the Los Angeles Lakers to 53 wins and a fourth seed in the Western Conference.
- ▪Redick received three third-place votes in the Coach of the Year balloting, finishing seventh overall.
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