Redick reveals why Cam Reddish still isn’t back on the Lakers court amid failed trade chaos

The Los Angeles Lakers thought they had found their future center when they traded Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, and draft picks to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Mark Williams.
>However, after a failed physical exam revealed issues the team wasn’t willing to overlook, the trade was canceled, leaving Knecht and Reddish on the team.
This has created an awkward atmosphere, as returning to a team that traded you is never easy. Knecht has already returned to don the Lakers uniform and contributed 10 points in their loss to the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night.

Personal reasons keep Cam Reddish away from the team

On the other hand, Reddish has been notably absent due to personal reasons. He was away before the trade was finalized and has yet to return. However, there’s an understandable reason behind this.

Coach JJ Redick explained that Reddish is spending time with his family after the arrival of his daughter.
>”Cam is still with his family, he welcomed his little one last week,” Redick said before the Lakers’ win over the Jazz. “Obviously, I want him to spend time with his family.”

With the All-Star break and the overall awkwardness of the situation, it makes sense for the Lakers to allow Reddish to stay with his family.

The birth of a child is a special event, and it’s important for him to be there during these moments.

>Given that the team was already taking a break during the All-Star weekend, it’s not a big issue for Reddish to be away, especially considering the recent failed trade.

>Perhaps spending time with his family and the newborn will allow Cam Reddish, to take an emotional breather and better handle this unusual situation where he returned to the Lakers due to Williams failing his physical exam, which ruined the trade.