Kendrick Perkins names JJ Redick early Coach of the Year for Lakers

Kendrick Perkins has named JJ Redick the early Coach of the Year for the Los Angeles Lakers after just 13 games this season. The Lakers hold the top record in the NBA at 11-2, including a seven-game winning streak. Perkins praised Redick’s ability to lead a new-look team following LeBron James' departure to the Philadelphia 76ers, highlighting the efficiency of the roster as seven players shoot at least 48% from the field. Key contributors like Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves have delivered career-best performances. The Lakers aim to extend their winning streak to eight games against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, although Dončić and Reaves are dealing with injuries after a recent game against the Milwaukee Bucks.

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