Phil Jackson’s Last Stand Is Perfect Transition for Lakers’ Future

When Los Angeles Lakers' coach Phil Jackson announced he would be returning to the sidelines for a chance at his 12th NBA title and four separate three-peats, Lakers Nation breathed a collective sigh, but it's the prospects for the future that should have fans really excited.

Jackson said in a news conference that he was all-in and focused on defending the Lakers' NBA championship, hoping the team would be able to make his final stand a grand one.

Well, coupled with the announcement that Byron Scott would accept the Cleveland Cavaliers' head coaching job, Jackson's return paves the way for assistant coach Brian S...

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