Lakers Launch Extensive Search for a New Coach.

The Lakers are looking for their third head coach since 2020.They fired Darvin Ham on Friday and are now looking for a replacement. The Lakers are looking for a coach with a strong track record and the ability to connect with star players. They are also looking for a coach who can help them win a championship before LeBron James retires. The search is expected to be extensive and could take several weeks.

LeBron James is not directly involved in the coaching search, but he has expressed his desire for a coach who can help the team win a championship. James has a strong relationship with Lakers GM Rob Pelinka and owner Jeanie Buss, and they will likely consider his input when making a decision.

The Lakers are looking for a coach who can implement a more modern, pace-and-space offense.They want a coach who can maximize the talent of their star players, including Anthony Davis and LeBron James. Defensive expertise is also a priority, as the Lakers struggled on that end of the floor last season.

The Lakers are prioritizing candidates with previous head coaching experience.
They want a coach who has a proven track record of success and can handle the pressure of coaching in Los Angeles.

The Lakers hope to have a new coach in place by the start of free agency in July.
They want to give their new coach time to settle in and build a staff before the start of next season.

Some of the candidates, like JJ Redick and Kenny Atkinson, have already had interviews with the team, while others, like Mike Budenholzer and Terry Stotts, are expected to meet with the Lakers in the coming days.