Matt Barnes says JJ Redick “Doesn’t Care About Criticism” and is a good coach!
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Haters can save their breath when it comes to JJ Redick … ’cause his former teammate, Matt Barnes, tells TMZ Sports the Lakers coach simply “doesn’t give a s***” about any outside noise.
Barnes played with Redick on the L.A. Clippers from 2013 to 2015 … and if there’s one takeaway he got from their time together, it’s that the dude stays focused on what matters — and definitely knows his stuff.
Now that Redick has landed his first head coaching gig (with the Purple and Gold, no less), all eyes are on him … and naturally, that puts his performance under the microscope.
But Barnes says none of that matters to Redick … ’cause ultimately, he’s a seasoned vet when it comes to blocking out the negativity.
“He doesn’t give a s*** about criticism,” Barnes said. Barnes said that Redick has been in the NBA for long enough, and a star long enough, to not care about criticism. He also believes Redick’s work ethic will be rewarded… despite the fact that it is still early in the season. “This team has a chance to do special things,” Barnes said, “He’s done a great job so far.” “
