JJ Redick has done a solid job in his first year as the Los Angeles Lakers’ head coach so far, leading them to a winning record and in playoff contention through the first third of the 2024-25 season.

Barkley tore into Redick during Thursday’s episode of “Inside the NBA,” calling him a “dead man walking” during his first year as the Lakers head coach.

JJ Redick's bold declaration after the Lakers' win over the Hawks sets lofty goals for a team finding its championship form.