Phil Jackson Says Kobe Bryant Won T Retire But Could Leave Lakers Maybe

Jackson, currently president of the Knicks, coached Bryant in Los Angeles, and has been critical in the past of his former star.  

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None of this makes clear whether the Knicks would be a potential suitor for Bryant, who’s entering his 20th season with the Lakers.

Bryant’s contract expires after the season.