Report: JJ Redick's house among thousands lost in Los Angeles wildfires

JJ Redick, the head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers, is said to have been among the many individuals affected by the devastating wildfires in the area.

ESPN reported that the Lakers postponed their game Thursday night against the Charlotte Hornets, which led to the revelation of Redick's situation.

Redick said Tuesday his family members evacuated the area.

Redick acknowledged and sent thoughts and prayers to everyone in the Palisades on Tuesday, as reported by Sports Illustrated. He stated that he lives in the area and his family, including his wife and her twin sister, have evacuated.

"A lot of people, including my family, are scared due to the upcoming winds."

The Lakers issued a statement regarding the postponement of the Hornets game on Thursday, emphasizing their current priorities.

"The Lakers expressed their heartbreak for Los Angeles in a statement on Thursday night, expressing their thoughts for those affected by the unimaginable situation. They also expressed their gratitude to the first responders and those who come together during difficult times."

The Lakers have yet to decide how they will proceed with their game against the San Antonio Spurs on Saturday night, as the Spurs are also scheduled to play in Los Angeles on Monday night.

The fires have also impacted other Los Angeles professional sports teams aside from the purple and gold.

If the fires persist in the Inglewood area, the Los Angeles Rams may play their wild-card game against the Minnesota Vikings at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona, instead of their home, SoFi Stadium.

Despite not hosting their NFL playoff game at SoFi Stadium, the Los Angeles Chargers restricted players' outdoor activities during Wednesday's practice due to poor air quality. The Chargers will face the Houston Texans in a Wild Card Weekend matchup on Saturday afternoon.

The Chargers pledged $200,000 in targeted funding to wildfire relief efforts in the area on Wednesday night.

On Thursday, LA County Fire Department Chief Anthony Marrone declared that the Eaton Fire, which resulted in the loss of at least five lives, has been "substantially contained."

The Palisades Fire, which is still 0% contained, is considered one of the most devastating natural disasters in the history of Los Angeles, according to LA City Fire Department Chief Kristin Crowley.

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