JJ Redick was gentleman’s swept out of the first round during his first season as an NBA head coach, but the leash is still apparently a good amount longer for him.

Mic drops, bold lineup decisions and a massive midseason trade highlighted Redick's debut season, which ended in an early playoff exit.

The Los Angeles Lakers entered Wednesday night facing elimination, trailing 3–1 in their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. With a chance to play with pride and extend the series on their home floor in front of a passionate L.