Who's Been Calling the Shots for the Lakers? A Coaching Saga
Let's talk about the Lakers. You know, that team with all the shiny rings and the even shinier players? Well, behind every great team is a not-so-great coach (just kidding, kind of). So, who's been holding the clipboard and yelling "defense" for this legendary franchise? Let's dive in.
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| Who Has Coached The Los Angeles Lakers |
The Zen Master and Other Legends
We can't talk Lakers coaches without mentioning the big kahuna: Phil Jackson. This guy is like the Yoda of basketball. With his triangle offense and his ability to manage egos bigger than California, he led the Lakers to multiple championships. It's like he could turn Kobe Bryant and Shaq into a harmonious duo – who would have thought?
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But Phil wasn't the only mastermind on the Lakers' sidelines. There was Pat Riley, the guy who brought Showtime to LA. Can you imagine a team with Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and James Worthy? Yeah, it was pretty much unstoppable. And then there's Jerry West, the Logo Man himself, who also took a crack at coaching. Let's just say his playing career was more impressive.
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From Zen to...Well, Something Else
Fast forward to more recent times, and we've had a revolving door of coaches. Frank Vogel got a championship ring, but it seems like coaching LeBron and AD is like herding cats. Luke Walton tried his best, but it was a bit like putting a kid in charge of a candy store. And let's not forget Byron Scott, whose tenure was about as exciting as watching paint dry.
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The Current Coach: Darvin Ham
As of now, the Lakers are under the guidance of Darvin Ham. He's got a tough job ahead of him, trying to manage the egos of LeBron and AD while also trying to win games. It's like walking a tightrope while juggling chainsaws. We wish him luck.
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How to Become a Lakers Coach (Probably Not)
How to become a Lakers coach? Well, the short answer is: don't quit your day job. But if you're determined, here are some tips:
- How to handle egos: Develop a thick skin and a strong belief in yourself.
- How to win championships: Time travel to the 80s and steal Pat Riley's playbook.
- How to survive a Lakers fan: Learn to love purple and gold, or at least pretend to.
- How to deal with the media: Master the art of saying nothing while sounding profound.
- How to keep your job: Win games, obviously.
So, there you have it. A brief history of Lakers coaches. It’s a rollercoaster of Hall of Famers, questionable hires, and the eternal hope for a championship. Stay tuned for the next chapter in this exciting saga.
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