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Lakers’ JJ Redick revisits concern about Cavaliers court
Sandy Verma | January 29, 2026 7:24 PM CST

Los Angeles Lakers head coach JJ Redick thinks the Cleveland Cavaliers’ court is just a tad too high.

Lakers guard Luka Doncic appeared to suffer a left leg injury in the first quarter of a game in Cleveland on Wednesday night when his foot fell between a gap in the home court and the bench. He returned to the game, finishing with 29 points on 12-of-20 shooting from the field and logging six assists and five rebounds. Following the 129-99 Lakers loss, Redick ripped Rocket Arena’s floor.

Why some would agree with JJ Redick

It’s not the first time the court at Rocket Arena has been called an issue. The floor is raised roughly 10 inches off the ground to enhance the fan experience and to accommodate an ice rink below. The venue is also home to the Cleveland Monsters, an AHL affiliate of the Columbus Blue Jackets. Per Cleveland Magazine’s Julia Lombardo, a plastic subfloor separates the rink and court.


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