The Phil Jackson-to-Chicago speculations have been discussed too much to not think about lately. Last month I blogged about the possible return of Phil Jackson to Chicago, and the ideal scenario for that to happen. As of now, the reunion is still a possibility.
As of today, Phil has been asked by the news, and it has aired on TV, whether or not he will return to the Bulls. Basically, he said no. Then, he was asked if he doesn't coach in L.A. next year, will he just be at home, retired. Phil responded by saying that he has never been a person who can make commitments. Hmm...
The Lakers are tied 2-2 with the Suns in the Western Conference Finals. Personally, I do not think the Lakers will lose at home, thus, they will face the Celtics in the finals.
Oh man. I will be rooting for the Celtics in that series. If the Lakers win another championship, Phil will reside in Cali for at least one more year and add another ring to his collection of 12 throughout his NBA career. But if the Lakers lose, he could leave Cali and coach somewhere else.
Remember, he did say he has never been someone to make commitments.
He has been in the league for enough years to know how to handle the media in order to keep his name out of negative context. If he said he was considering Chicago, that would set off fireworks all over the news. Phil is a smart man. You don't win 12 rings because of good luck.
If Phil returns to Chicago, that brings the Bulls that much closer to signing Lebron, and maybe another All-Star player.
For now, Go C's!
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If by go C's, you mean the Celtics... then we're going to have some problems. Who on that team is likable besides Allen? Now the Lakeshow, they have God himself, Gasol, Fisher, Artest, Bynum, Odom, etc... just a whole crew full of incredible human beings. Give Kobe his 5th ring, I refuse to watch Paul Pierce put another one on his finger (most unlikable player in the league). Then, we'll be able to agree that the Bulls are landing the second best player in the league this summer (which would still be awesome), but not the best.
ReplyDeleteI can care less who wins if it means Phil Jackson returns to the Bulls.
ReplyDeleteHence, if the Lakers win, Phil stays.
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