JJ Redick’s stern message to Jackson Hayes amid suspension

ByNBAUSA



LOS ANGELES – When is Los Angeles Lakers face the philadelphia 76ers on thursday night, their first home game after an eight-game road trip, they will be short on frontcourt players. The Lakers have a relatively clean injury report with the exception of rookie Adou Thier, but a backup big man Jackson Hayes is serving a one-game suspension after pushing the Washington Wizards mascot last week.

The incident, which took place during the pre-match introductions, was captured on video. The Wizards mascot, affectionately known as ‘G-Whiz’, was running off the court when Hayes, who was near the baseline, stepped forward and shoved the mascot, causing it to run into the Wizards cheerleaders and fall to the floor.

Before the Lakers game against the 76ers, the head coach JJ Redick spoke about his thoughts on Jackson Hayes’ suspension following his incident with the Wizards mascot.

“He made an error in judgment, he admitted it and he apologized,” Redick said. “He hasn’t had a chance to apologize to the team yet, but hopefully this is a learning opportunity for him. I saw the video clearly.”

Without Hayes in the lineup, backup center minutes will likely fall to some combination of Drew Timme and Maki Kleber. Timme is currently on a two-way contract, while Kleber has been used this season. Hayes has played well this seasonthriving in his backup role.

He appeared in 41 total games, including four starts, with just over 17 minutes per game. He is averaging 6.4 points and 3.8 rebounds while shooting 77.5 percent from the field and 64.9 percent from the free throw line. He also knocked down his only 3-pointer this season.

This is Hayes’ third season with the Lakers after signing an initial two-year deal ahead of the 2023-24 season. He re-signed with the Lakers on a one-year deal last offseason.





2026-02-06 02:59:00

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