Los Angeles Lakers coach J.J. Redick blasted his players for a lack of effort and taking "shortcuts" after a lopsided loss to the Phoenix Suns.

First Quarter The Lakers got off to a quick 7-2 run to start festivities before Phoenix stormed back to knot things up at 9-9. Los Angeles led 18-1

Lakers’ title hopes questioned after Suns loss as Kendrick Perkins says LA isn’t legit, slams defense and JJ Redick’s coaching approach

Tonight, the Los Angeles Lakers suffered a tough loss to the Phoenix Suns, falling in a blowout, 132-108. The Lakers looked out of sorts all night, and without superstar Luka Doncic, they couldn’t get the offense going when the Suns went on their own run.

Western Conference rivals clash for the third time this month when Phoenix hosts the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday.

The Suns played a lot harder in both of the wins, and Lakers head coach JJ Redick made a concerning comment about his team in his postgame press conference. Reporter: “Is there a difference between a team where you have to remind to be physical,