Lakers coach JJ Redick critiques Bronny James' preseason performance

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Lakers coach JJ Redick critiques Bronny James' preseason performance
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Lakers coach JJ Redick expressed concerns about Bronny James' performance during the preseason, citing a total of 11 points and 12 turnovers across four games. In a recent game on October 14 against the Warriors, James failed to score in 11 minutes, attempting only two shots while recording one rebound, one steal, and four turnovers. Redick noted that James has had good practices leading up to the games but has struggled to find rhythm, partly due to playing with different teammates. The Lakers will finalize their roster ahead of the regular season opener on October 21 after one more preseason game against the Nuggets.

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  • •Bronny James has 11 points and 12 turnovers in preseason.
  • •Lakers lost 101-89 to the Warriors on October 14.
  • •James played 11 minutes, scoring no points against Golden State.
  • •Lakers next face the Nuggets before starting the regular season.
  • •Redick will have to trim the roster to 15 by cutdown day.
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  • 5:33 PMCBS Sports — Lakers coach JJ Redick on Bronny James: 'I don't think he's played well' in preseason games
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Bronny has struggled this preseason, combining for 11 points and 12 turnovers in four games

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