After Vanderbilt played only five minutes in Tuesday’s loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder, he left the arena immediately, sparking a confrontation with coach JJ Redick that was caught on camera. Redick, who has a history as a player, said the disagreement was routine and not a major issue. Former Sixth Man of the Year Eddie Johnson agreed, noting that coach‑player clashes are normal and part of maintaining team balance.
JJ Redick Downplays Disagreement With Jarred Vanderbilt
Lakers coach JJ Redick dismissed the heated confrontation with forward Jarred Vanderbilt as a normal part of coaching, saying it was not a significant problem.