Welcome back to the Lakers newsletter, where we dive into how to get the best out of big man Deandre Ayton and hear iconic Lakers coach Pat Riley praise current Lakers coach JJ Redick and his team. The conundrum that is Deandre Ayton is now living with the Lakers. With the Lakers, he’s had to adjust his game. (Greg Beacham / Associated Press)After Pat Riley had his statue unveiled Sunday on Star Plaza outside of Crypto.com Arena, he took time to praise Redick. In case you missed itWith Pat Riley watching, Lakers routed by Celtics in rivalry gamePlaschke: During statue unveiling, Pat Riley reminds the disjointed Lakers of keys to winningStatue outside Lakers’ arena is another first for Pat Riley, the consummate coachLuka Doncic and Lakers hold off Clippers after Kawhi Leonard exits lateLon Rosen to take over business operations for the LakersUntil next time…

Source: Los Angeles Times February 25, 2026 11:05 UTC