Jul 3, 2009 3:04 pm US/Pacific
Phil Jackson To Coach Another Lakers Season
LOS ANGELES (AP) ―
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Head coach Phil Jackson of the Los Angeles Lakers answers questions after the game against the Denver Nuggets during Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals during the NBA Playoffs on May 25, 2009, in Denver, Colo.
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Phil Jackson is returning to coach the Los Angeles Lakers next season.
Jackson announced his decision Friday on the team's Web site. He said he consulted the team doctor about his health before deciding. The Hall of Fame coach turns 64 in September.
Jackson led the Lakers to their 15th NBA championship and his record 10th title in June. He says he's confident he can handle another long season.
"All things point to go!" he said.
Jackson has won four titles with the Lakers since coming to Los Angeles in 2000.
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