Lakers Bench Russell, Start Reddish Amid Lineup Changes

D'Angelo Russell has been moved to the bench by Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick following a series of disappointing performances, including a poor shooting display in a recent loss to the Memphis Grizzlies. Despite the demotion, Russell expressed a willingness to adapt, stating, 'I just wanted to win,' and emphasized his commitment to the team after leaving past issues behind with the coaching change. Redick's decision aims to bring more balance to the lineup, with Cam Reddish replacing Russell to bolster defensive presence and allow Russell to lead the second unit's offense. The change appears to have had a positive impact, as Russell contributed 18 points in a 116-106 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, breaking a two-game losing streak. Redick has shown flexibility, indicating that the starting lineup will remain fluid based on performance.