Shaquille O’Neal disputes JJ Redick’s assertion of not discussing Lakers coaching with LeBron James.
In a bold move this offseason, the Lakers replaced head coach Darvin Ham with former player Redick.
O’Neal, speaking on The Big Podcast, revealed insider knowledge about Redick’s appointment. “I knew the whole time,” Shaq asserted.
The four-time NBA champion dismissed Redick’s claim that he didn’t talk to James about the Lakers job.
“I’m starting a website called yeahright/bullsh*t.com,” was Shaq’s response. “Everything goes through LeBron at the Lakers. Everything goes to LeBron and I know that for a fact because when you’re in that position as leadership, you get to know everything.
“I was in that seat for a long time. Nothing went without my permission. The only time something went down without my permission is when they cut my head and traded me. And then Kobe took over and nothing went down without his permission.”
Shaq expressed skepticism about Redick coaching LeBron, given their recent playing careers.
