Mike D'Antoni named Lakers head coach; Kobe and Phil Jackson both suprised

Los Angeles - Lakers will name Mike D'Antoni as their new head coach to replace Mike Brown. This  was Phil Jackson's job to turn down, but never got the chance. Jackson's agent was scheduled to meet with the Lakers front office today to discuss compensation. At midnight, Mitch Kupchak and the Buss family switched gears and agreed to terms with D'Antoni. Sources close to the team say the move away from Phil was a concern that the new players will not be able to adopt the triangle offense made famous by Jackson as he won five championships with the Lakers and six with the Chicago Bulls. Kobe Bryant wad suprised by the but on board with the hiring.

Steve Nash played for D'Antoni in Phoenix and will be able to run the pick roll with Dwight Howard.

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