Quentin Grimes receives praise from JJ Redick for his defensive focus
Lakers coach JJ Redick likes the defensive focus he's seen from Quentin Grimes lately.
Quentin Grimes has received positive feedback from Lakers coach JJ Redick after his first two preseason games of 2026. Redick specifically praised Grimes' defensive focus, noting that the player can create advantages and finish them offensively. Grimes started in a recent win against the Sacramento Kings, scoring 16 points on 5-of-7 shooting, and contributed three assists and one steal in 19 minutes.
In his previous season with the Philadelphia 76ers, Grimes averaged 13.4 points per game. While his 3-point shooting could use improvement, his ability to create plays for himself and teammates makes him an appealing third scoring option for the Lakers.
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