Last month, I suggested that LeBron James might be headed to the Bulls, and now suddenly everyone is saying the same thing. So here’s another bold prediction:
Phil Jackson will be his coach.
As Jackson prepares to take yet another Lakers team to the championships, there’s talk that he will face a significant pay cut after this year. Jackson has said that even with a pay cut, his salary will be “ridiculous,” which might suggest he’s above monetary rewards. But whatever. Sure, he doesn’t need the dough. And he doesn’t strike me as a greedy sort of guy. But it’s about respect. If you’re the winningest coach in the league by far, you should be paid accordingly.
And who knows — maybe he’ll donate the money to save the whales or some other cause. That way he can stick it to The Man and help his fellow mammal.
Whales are mammals, right?
My point is, Jacko’s gone after this season. And what better place for him to go but to that other city that gave him so much respect. To the city with the league’s other best player? (Soon to be LeBron).
One thing’s for sure: Jackson doesn’t go to losers. So he’s going to pick a team with a good chance of going all the way.
Oh, and by the way? Last I heard the Bulls needed a new coach.
LeBron + Jackson = happy Bulls fans.
I must admit that I hate the idea of Jackson going to the Bulls but if he takes a considerable paycut and Chicago can offer more money and respect, he will be looking for Real Estate in the Windy City. Best luck to him! He deserves it!!