JJ Redick & Lakers Motivated To Win Emirates NBA Cup

Last season, the Los Angeles Lakers were unable to escape the group stage of the Emirates NBA Cup. This season, however, JJ Redick has led this team to a 3-0 start and with their victory over the L.A. Clippers on Tuesday night, the Lakers clinched Group B and a spot in the knockout round.
When the NBA first announced the creation of the NBA Cup, many were curious as to how the league could make this in-season tournament meaningful for those participating in it. Some already feel the regular seas