Phil Jackson is set to receive a statue outside Crypto.com Arena, honoring his legacy as the Lakers’ coach who led the team to five NBA championships. The statue, designed by Omri Amrany, will be unveiled on April 9 during a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2026-27 season. Jackson, with a record 11 championships as an NBA coach, joined the Lakers in 1999, coaching stars like Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O’Neal. He will join other Lakers legends with statues, including Bryant and Magic Johnson.
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