Kendrick Perkins calls out JJ Redick over Lakers tirade
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New York, Dec. 26, 2025 — Former NBA center and current television analyst Kendrick Perkins publicly criticized fellow analyst JJ Redick on Tuesday, accusing Redick of refusing to accept responsibility for a recent blistering rant about the Los Angeles Lakers.
Perkins’ remarks came after Redick delivered a scathing assessment of the Lakers’ performance. Perkins said Redick “wasn’t being accountable” for the tone and content of his comments, insisting that analysts should stand by their words when challenged.
The on-air exchange highlighted growing tension among basketball commentators as the Lakers continue to face intense scrutiny during the 2025-26 NBA season.
Source: New York Post
