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Jackson, Lakers practice excuses
LOS ANGELES, CA — Los Angeles Lakers head coach Phil Jackson, along with his team, went to the Staples Center conference room for an interesting workout after Monday’s practice in preparation for Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Down 2-0 in series to the Boston Celtics , Jackson believed a different approach would have to be taken to get ready for the upcoming games in Los Angeles.  ...
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LAUGHING AT L.A.
The #1 Source for New England Sports Opinions and Propaganda... — ... And The Serious Sports Network writes about Phil Jackson and the Lakers practising their excuses. You have to scroll down a bit for that one. ...

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