Kobe Bryant: ‘It Would Be Tough’ To See Phil Jackson Join The Knicks

Although they got off to a rough start in their relationship, Kobe Bryant has developed a love and respect over the years for Phil Jackson.

Bryant trusts Jackson like no one else, and it is no secret that Bryant would love to see Jackson with the Lakers in some capacity.

According to Lakers Nation reporter Serena Winters, Bryant is having a tough time accepting the thought of Phil Jackson becoming President of the New York Knicks:

This is obviously a personal issue for Bryant, and the respect and admiration he has for Jackson plays into his feelings on the subject.

Lakers Nation Store Is Back! Check Out The Latest Gear!

While some believe Jackson is simply using this Knicks job as leverage with the Lakers, he is still expected to accept the front office position with the Knicks.

Bryant has said that a Lakers turnaround has to start at the top with Jim and Jeanie Buss, and then work its way down the rest of the organization.

With Bryant not looking for a rebuild in his last two years, it makes perfect sense that he would prefer Jackson to be with the Lakers than any other organization.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
NEW: Kobe Bryant Wants Changes THIS Summer, Talks Jeanie And Jim Buss, Coaching Staff

You May Also Like

USA Basketball Announces USA Select Team

With the Olympics inching closer and closer, most of Team USA has…

Ready to take Celtics Best Shot

JUN 6| SUN |NBA FINALS, GAME 2| (4) Celtics  vs. (1) Lakers :…

Lakers Could Spend Close to $200M in 2013-14 Season

The Los Angeles Lakers and owner Jerry Buss are not afraid to…

Lakers Sign John Ireland, Mychal Thompson to Contract Extensions

The Lakers have officially announced they are extending the contracts of radio…