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Here's an interesting clip of JJ talking quite a while ago about why he thought he'd make a good Head Coach. I particularly like the part about "not avoiding confrontation," and know exactly what he means by that. There's way too much "just hope the problem goes away" thinking from people in charge of things in this world, and HEALTHY, PRODUCTIVE confrontation is a very good thing, and not to be avoided. Frankly, piecing everything together in hindsight, it kind of seems like that's what caught up to Carlisle in the end here. 

Anyway, I really like the hire, and get why someone would be enamored with the Laker job. I mean, it's the Laker job. Still, I feel bad for him, because I just don't think living up to expectations there is going to be possible for a while. 

https://youtu.be/fSDCH-DXalI?si=gFvhsyTqysUb9fDp

I agree. I've thought for the last year after listening to him that he could be a very good coach. His BBIQ is very high and he's relatable to the players.