In a surprising turn of events, the Los Angeles Lakers have announced the hiring of former NBA player and current ESPN analyst, JJ Redick, as their new head coach, sources say he agreed to a four-year contract. The decision comes after a lengthy search process following the team's dismissal of former head coach Darvin Ham.

Redick, who played in the NBA for 15 seasons, has no prior coaching experience at the professional level. However, the Lakers organization sees him as a promising candidate with the potential to lead the team in both the short and long term.

The Lakers had initially pursued UConn coach Dan Hurley, but their six-year, $70 million offer was turned down. The team then turned their attention back to Redick, who had been a candidate from the beginning of the search.

Redick's hiring is seen as a bold move by the Lakers, as they are taking a risk on a newcomer to the coaching world. However, his experience as a player and his basketball IQ are expected to help him make up for his lack of formal coaching experience.

The Lakers are coming off a season where they finished 47-35 and advanced to the Western Conference finals. With LeBron James and Anthony Davis leading the team, the Lakers are looking to build on their recent success and compete for an NBA championship.

The team's decision to hire Redick is a reflection of their desire to find a coach who can become a long-term fixture for the organization. The Lakers are hoping that Redick can help them achieve their goals and lead the team to success in the years to come.