Ahead of Lakers-Thunder series, Mark Daigneault shows JJ Redick respect

The Oklahoma City Thunder and Los Angeles Lakers are set to face off in a Round 2 series of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Thunder head coach Mark Daigneault has shown respect for Lakers head coach JJ Redick, who previously praised Daigneault on YouTube before transitioning from ESPN media personality to NBA head coach. Both coaches took unconventional paths to their current roles, with Daigneault developing through the G League and Redick moving from broadcasting into coaching.