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JJ Redick challenged the Lakers defensively vs. Heat, felt team’s response was ‘awesome’

Although the Miami Heat are off to a rocky, 2-5 start, they sit a respectable 13th in offensive rating and operate at a breakneck pace. It’s a style that could catch any team off-guard — and it often has over…

By Jackson Frank · Silver Screen and Roll

Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 4:00 PM

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JJ Redick praised the Lakers' second-half defensive response after challenging the team at halftime against the Heat.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Miami Heat with a final score of 136-118.
Los Angeles surrendered 72 first-half points before limiting Miami to 45 points after intermission.

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Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick challenged his team defensively at halftime during Monday's game against the Miami Heat, praising their subsequent response as "awesome." After surrendering 72 first-half points, the Lakers restricted Miami to 45 points in the second half to secure a 136-118 victory.

Redick emphasized transition defense and getting set quickly against Miami's fast-paced offense. The Lakers recorded a 95.7 defensive rating in the second half, allowing only 16 early-possession points compared to 40 in the first half.

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