Mike D’Antoni Not A Bad Choice For Lakers Coach
Mike D'Antoni is going to be the next head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. To some (most?) Laker fans, this is a disappointment but only because he's not Phil Jackson. It's hard to follow Jackson's 11-ring résumé but it's…
Lakers News: Team Hires Mike D’Antoni As Head Coach
According to Mike Bresnahan of the L.A. Times the Lakers have agreed to terms with Mike D'Antoni to be their next head coach after speculation that the team would hire former coach Phil Jackson to replace the recently fired Mike…
Lakers Defeat Kings For Second Consecutive Victory
The Lakers played the second of a six game homestand Sunday night against the Kings. The Kings and Lakers both entered the game at two wins and four losses---tied for the worst record in the West. For the Lakers, this…
Lakers Rumors & News Recaps: Return of the Zen Master?
The search for a new head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers has officially begun. With the Mike Brown era mercifully over, the Lakers' front office have set their sights on bringing Phil Jackson back for a third tour. Apparently,…
Shootaround Report: Lakers Feel Comfortable; Bickerstaff’s Future Uncertain
After the firing of Mike Brown early Friday morning, interim coach Bernie Bickerstaff will coach tonight's home game against the Sacramento Kings. However, as reported by Mark Medina of the L.A. Daily News, he has not spoken to the Lakers…
Lakers News: Phil Jackson’s Decision for Lakers Expected Monday
The Los Angeles Lakers met with Phil Jackson on Saturday to talk about the vacant head coaching position. Jackson expressed interest in signing on for a third stint with the team if the Lakers were willing to agree to his…
Lakers Rumors: Mike D’Antoni Believes Lakers Would be “Perfect Fit”
At this point, it seems as though Phil Jackson is the favorite to land the Los Angeles Lakers' head coaching job, but that is not stopping Mike D'Antoni from leaving his dream. The Lakers already interviewed D'Antoni in regards of…
Lakers News: Phil Jackson Wants Brian Shaw, Scottie Pippen on Staff
The writing appears to be on the wall in Los Angeles with only a matter of time and certain conditions separating Phil Jackson and his third tour with the Los Angeles Lakers. ---- Get your Lakers Nation gear and show…
Lakers vs. Kings Pre-Game Report: Lakers Seek Second Consecutive Win
It’s hard to stay focused on the games when there are so many rumors surrounding the Lakers' head coach search. After Mike Brown was fired, all indications are that the Lakers head coaching job is Phil Jackson’s decision to accept…
Lakers News: Team Interviews Mike D’Antoni, Phil Jackson
After dismissing head coach Mike Brown on Friday morning, the team was instantly linked to several big names. After interviewing Phil Jackson on Saturday morning, ESPN's Chris Broussard is now reporting that the team also talked to Steve Nash's former…