Phil Jackson Archives

Lakers News: Shaquille O’Neal Says Deion Sanders Reminds Him Of Phil Jackson

The NFL season is underway and NBA training camp will be kicking off soon with the Los Angeles Lakers coming into the year…

Lakers News: Phil Jackson Was Reluctant To Trade For Pau Gasol At First

The trade that brought Pau Gasol to the Los Angeles Lakers in the middle of the 2007-08 campaign altered the future of the franchise…

Lakers News: Pau Gasol Speaks To Phil Jackson’s Impact On His Career

Los Angeles Lakers legend Pau Gasol had his No. 16 jersey officially retired last Tuesday on a special night at Crypto.com Arena…

This Day In Lakers History: Los Angeles Hires Phil Jackson As Head Coach In 1999

(Originally published on March 13, 2014) After signing Shaquille O’Neal and drafting…

Robert Horry Recalls How Phil Jackson Made Lakers Bond Together At Comedy Club To Build Chemistry

Team chemistry is an underrated element in sports when it comes to building a championship roster…

This Day In Lakers History: Kobe Bryant Sinks Overtime Game-Winner Against Suns

After missing the NBA playoffs for the first time in his career, Kobe Bryant came back next season with a vengeance…

This Day In Lakers History: Phil Jackson Passes Pat Riley For Most Coaching Wins In Franchise History

While the Los Angeles Lakers are often recognized and praised for the legendary players who have suited up for the…

This Day In Lakers History: Phil Jackson Becomes Fastest Coach To Win 1,000 Games

When it comes to great Los Angeles Lakers coaches, the two who are always brought up first are Phil Jackson and…

Lakers Rumors: Phil Jackson’s Positive View Of Russell Westbrook Could Influence Front Office

The two biggest questions surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason are who will be the team’s next head coach…

Lakers News: Jeanie Buss Explains Why She Continues To Seek Advice From Phil Jackson

One of the most influential people in the Los Angeles Lakers organization in recent history is Phil Jackson…