Although they failed to advance to the finals, Redick believes the Lakers have become a more united and motivated team.

In a key game of the fourth round of the 2025/26 NBA playoffs semifinals, the Los Angeles Lakers fought hard to find opportunities to break through and score in a close game, but ultimately lost 110-115 at home to the Oklahoma City Thunder, falling behind 0-4 and failing to advance to the Western Conference Finals.

According to the data, Austin Reeves scored 27 points and 6 assists for the Los Angeles Lakers in this game, Rui Hachimura scored 25 points and 2 assists, while LeBron James contributed 24 points and 3 assists.

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick said in an interview, "When the season ends, there are always a lot of emotions piled up, and of course I am grateful to our players, the Lakers team and the fans."

“I think there were two phases in this game where we could have given up, we could have let go, but we didn’t. The fans here were amazing, our fans have always been amazing.”

When asked about how the team has consistently caused trouble for championship-caliber teams, Redick said, "This is something we need to figure out in the offseason, and I think we're very close to making structural improvements. On the first day of training camp, nobody knew what this team would ultimately become, and I'm proud of who we are now."

“There will be highs, lows, setbacks, moments of victory, joy, faith and doubt during the game. Sometimes, the difference between being extremely confident or doubting yourself is just one game, one quarter, or even one offensive possession.”

In addition, Redick said, "I don't believe in the idea of 'honorable defeat,' but I will consider the small gains along the way as part of the journey. I think we have ultimately become a very tenacious, very united and fighting team."

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