Home / Sports / Pat Riley Statue Unveiled Amidst Redick Talk
Pat Riley Statue Unveiled Amidst Redick Talk
23 Feb
Summary
- JJ Redick faces coaching comparisons to legendary Pat Riley.
- Pat Riley's bronze statue was unveiled Sunday.
- Redick was hired before last season as a first-time coach.
JJ Redick, the Los Angeles Lakers' head coach, has been compared to NBA legend Pat Riley early in his career. Redick, a first-time head coach, was hired before last season, a decision that drew criticism due to his lack of prior coaching experience.
This past Sunday, February 22, 2026, Pat Riley was honored with the unveiling of his bronze statue outside Crypto.com Arena. Following this ceremony, Riley shared his perspective on Redick's performance as the Lakers' coach.
Redick himself addressed the comparisons to Riley, acknowledging the long path he has to traverse to be considered in the same league as the esteemed Lakers icon who established a high benchmark for coaching in the NBA.
