Phil Jackson

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Zen watching: Former coach Phil Jackson told the Chicago Tribune that he hasn't watched a quarter of the Lakers' season. That didn't stop Jackson from offering an opinion about his former team.

"They want to run and gun and up-tempo their game, but I don't see it happening," Jackson said. "They're going to end up being pretty much a half-court team. But with Kobe there, they have a chance to be in games."

Question: If you make a statement, back it up with something. You don't see them being able to up-tempo because. . . . ? Because it's not your coaching philosophy so it can't possibly work, is that it?
Question2: Is there a reason his comments are being reported...he hasn't watched a quarter of a Lakers game yet we print his statements regarding the Lakers.
Question3: Does anyone find it odd that this man only manages to get in coaching situations where there is a title contender? If he wanted some 'earned' respect, go coach Memphis!

In a tangent, I purchased the hypocrite's book recently as well as a book called Madmen's Ball, a history of the tumultous teams in Lakers history. Give me some time to read it and I'll let you know whether it's worth your hard earned cash....