The Last Season
by Phil Jackson with Michael Arkush
Jackson's diary of the 2003–04 Lakers: Kobe, Shaq, the Finals loss, and his frustrations. Candid and revealing about managing stars.
Read it if…
you want the unvarnished side of coaching egos.
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Skip it if…
you want Sacred Hoops' philosophy.
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Three things you will actually use
- Stars need different handling.
- Write it down.
- Know when to leave.
Do this first
Read the midseason entries.
Our verdict
Jackson's diary.
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