Homework didn't stop over the Christmas break for the children of Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick. Before Thursday's 119-96 loss to the Houston Rockets, Redick told reporters he and his wife asked their two sons to pen "persuasive essays" in order to receive their biggest gifts.

Following the Lakers' 119-96 home Christmas loss to the Rockets, head coach JJ Redick ripped into his "terrible" team for the inexcusable effort.

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Until it was good, the Lakers’ flaws never appeared on the surface. But since starting 15-4, the team has collapsed. Christmas Day was another showcase for their downward spiral.

In a recent interview, JJ Redick expressed concern about the lack of "championship habits" that is hindering the Lakers' success.

After losing back-to-back games, the Los Angeles Lakers received some big news on Luka Doncic's status for their Christmas game.