Every basketball player has their unique pre-game ritual, and LeBron James is no exception.

From his early morning routines to his famous chalk toss, James has shared much about his preparation. However, a new ritual has surfaced, thanks to NBA Reddit, that may have some larger implications-especially for Lakers head coach JJ Redick.

LeBron James seen in Lakers coach’s gear

LeBron’s recent courtside behavior has raised eyebrows, not because of what he’s doing on the court, but what he’s wearing off it.

According to a Reddit thread, fans have noticed that James has been consistently sporting a coach’s pullover instead of the traditional Lakers warm-up gear.

This subtle but notable shift has sparked questions: Is LeBron James positioning himself for a future in coaching, even while still actively playing?

It might sound trivial at first-after all, it’s just a shirt.

But LeBron’s switch to the coach’s pullover over his player gear is raising intrigue about his intentions.

Could James be signaling his desire to take on a coaching role, either after he retires or even during his final playing years?

Redick still working on team leadership

Redick has brought a new sense of structure and calm to the Lakers, guiding them through a promising preseason despite a few setbacks.

While Redick has worked hard to establish his presence as the leader of the team, LeBron’s words during Media Day hinted that his voice, too, holds significant weight on and off the court.

“I’ll be an extension of the coaching staff on the floor,”James said, referring to his leadership role.

It’s clear that James sees himself not just as a player, but as a strategic mind in the game.

His choice to wear the coach’s attire only reinforces this idea, perhaps suggesting that he’s ready to step into a more formal role at any moment.

As Lakers fans speculate over James’ possible future in coaching, Redick’s position as head coach could face scrutiny if the team is off to a slow start in the beginning of the season.

For now, the coaching pullover remains a symbol of the unknown-one that JJ Redick might want to keep an eye on.