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Lakers extend Jackson for 2 years, $24M
LOS ANGELES (AP) - Lakers coach Phil Jackson said he has agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension believed to be worth about $24 million, putting him under contract through the 2009-10 season.
The Hall of Fame coach announced his decision and discussed his contract situation before Thursday night's victory over Denver. When asked if this was his final contract with the Lakers, he hedged a bit and didn't give a direct answer.
"I was in my 50s in the last era, I'm in my 60s in this era, and maybe I can go on into my 70s. But I really don't think so," he said. "I mean, I'm losing a step as I go - mentally and physically. Being abreast of all these kids is not an easy task. I can hardly speak their language, but I'm trying."
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LOS ANGELES (AP) - Lakers coach Phil Jackson said he has agreed to terms on a two-year contract extension believed to be worth about $24 million, putting him under contract through the 2009-10 season.
The Hall of Fame coach announced his decision and discussed his contract situation before Thursday night's victory over Denver. When asked if this was his final contract with the Lakers, he hedged a bit and didn't give a direct answer.
"I was in my 50s in the last era, I'm in my 60s in this era, and maybe I can go on into my 70s. But I really don't think so," he said. "I mean, I'm losing a step as I go - mentally and physically. Being abreast of all these kids is not an easy task. I can hardly speak their language, but I'm trying."
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