Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers honored former coach Pat Riley with a statue. Riley suggested NBA coaches should dress in suits again for a stronger leadership image. Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka disagreed, preferring the current casual dress code.
Key Facts
- The Lakers unveiled a bronze statue of Pat Riley at Crypto.com Arena.
- Pat Riley is famous for winning nine NBA championships and wearing stylish suits.
- Riley suggested coaches return to suits on the sidelines for a professional look.
- Ime Udoka, coach of the Houston Rockets, prefers not to wear suits for comfort and simplicity.
- Since 2020, NBA coaches can wear casual team-issued clothing during games.
- Udoka joined the Rockets in 2023 and led them to a successful season.
- The Rockets ended a four-year playoff drought with a strong performance in the 2024-2025 season.
- Kevin Durant joined the Rockets, boosting their chances as a top team in the Western Conference.
