While it has been several days since free agency began, the Lakers have made no significant moves to improve their roster. What’s even more concerning is that they don’t even have their coaching staff finalized to help JJ Redick in his debut season as head coach. And for the most part, the Lakers have struck out with the coaches they have pursued for the vacant spots, even leading to Jeanie Buss getting accused of being ‘cheap’. Amid the allegations, Pelinka might have just salvaged Buss’ reputation by adding a former coach to JJ’s staff with another one likely to join soon.
As per the latest reports, Pelinka is hiring Greg St. Jean as an assistant coach for Redick. And surprisingly, this will not be Greg’s first run with the storied franchise. Working as an assistant and a player development coach from 2019-21, mainly under former head coach Frank Vogel, Greg is well versed with the Lakers’ ways and even helped them win a Championship in the Bubble.
Apart from that, he has also previously worked with the Mavs and the Kings. But he continued to stay faithful to Vogel as he joined his coaching staff once again this season and worked as an assistant for the Suns. With so much experience under his belt, Greg seems to be a great addition to the Lakers’ coaching staff. And now that one spot has been filled, Pelinka is reportedly also pursuing former Warriors assistant coach Bob Beyer.
(Developing Story)
