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Photo: Instagram/Phil Handy Phil Handy , a veteran assistant coach, is unlikely to return to the Los Angeles Lakers, according to Anthony Irwin of Lakers Daily. This comes after Handy was overlooked for the head coach position in the last two hiring cycles. Despite rumors that the Lakers might rehire him, sources say Handy was unhappy about not being considered for the head coach job. The Lakers recently appointed J.J. Redick as their new head coach. Irwin mentioned that the Lakers are considering other candidates like Jacque Vaughn and Dwane Casey to join Redick’s staff. They are also keeping Scott Brooks in mind to provide experience to the new coaching team. Photo: Instagram/Phil Handy Handy, along with head coach Darvin Ham , was let go after the Lakers’ 2024 playoff run. Handy had been with the Lakers for five seasons, starting in 2019-20. During his time, the team won the 2020 NBA title but couldn't maintain that success in the following seasons. Before his time with the Lak...

Photo: Instagram/Phil Handy The Los Angeles Lakers are shaking things up after the departure of head coach Darvin Ham . Following Ham's firing, the Lakers have swiftly parted ways with their entire coaching staff, according to reports from Dan Woike of the Los Angeles Times and ESPN's Dave McMenamin. Among those let go is assistant coach Phil Handy, who has been with the team since 2019. Handy, known for his respected coaching skills, had been considered a possible replacement for Ham. Photo: Instagram/Phil Handy However, with the Lakers eyeing potential candidates like Mike Budenholzer, Kenny Atkinson, and JJ Redick , Handy's name wasn't on the list. Despite a slight improvement in wins under Ham's leadership, the Lakers suffered an early playoff exit this season. Lakers since 2020 bubble championship: 2021: 1st round loss vs. Suns ❌ 2022: Missed playoffs ❌ 2023: Swept in WCF vs. Nuggets 🧹 2024: 1st round loss vs. Nuggets ❌ 😬 pic.twitter.com/G3jPBelM6Z — Bleacher...