JJ Redick takes blame for Lakers' loss to Suns; Anthony Davis says: “He’s pissed” | News, results, highlights, statistics and rumors

JJ Redick was responsible for his first loss as an NBA head coach when the Los Angeles Lakers were defeated 109-105 by the Phoenix Suns on Monday night.

Speaking to reporters after the game, Redick said that any nitpicking about the loss “probably” should have been directed at him, specifically pointing to the 14 points in the second quarter as an issue he never should have let happen:

“We should never have a 14-point quarter. So that's also up to me. I am part of it. I have to make sure we have a good offense. I felt like it was a little random. We were slowed down. We talked about it at halftime so we could be a top-class offense. We put in a great performance in the second half. Only the second quarter really hurt us.

Anthony Davis, who recorded his second double-double of the season, said “he's pissed” when asked about Redick's behavior after the loss. That was a common sentiment from several Lakers players in the locker room.

When the Lakers beat the Phoenix in Los Angeles on October 25th, LeBron James was there said For her, it is “very important” that Davis is the “main focus” in every game.

Davis contributed to Monday's rematch with the Suns. He finished the game with 29 points on 12 of 24 shooting, 15 rebounds, three blocks and three assists in 36 minutes.

The non-Davis Lakers shot 38.6 percent from the field (27 of 70). James' streak of consecutive games with at least 10 points was in jeopardy until he hit a three-pointer with 1:58 left that cut Los Angeles' deficit to 105-104. He later added a free throw and finished the game with 11 points.

Despite the loss, the Lakers are off to a strong 3-1 start. They will continue their five-game road trip on Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers.