“Phil Jackson, I know can coach LeBron with the triangle offense,” Odom said. “I think that would keep [LeBron] around a little longer. Preserve him a little longer.” “I would love for Phil Jackson to be the coach of the Los Angeles Lakers.” LO told us if the Lakers hired Phil [Jackson] as their next coach, they will win the NBA championship next season. “If he was to come back and coach the Lakers, I think the Lakers would be the pick — the fan-favorite.”