Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson said on Wednesday he is about to retire but will not make a final decision until the end of next week.”I’ve made up my mind — I’m learning towards retiring, but I have not made up my mind,” nba playoff about a final decision, Jackson told reporters at the team’s El Segundo headquarters in Los Angeles.
Jackson said he needs to receive medical treatment. The 64-year-old coach has had a series of medical issues in recent years.He said he would undergo additional medical tests today and Thursday. Jackson missed the team’s victory parade Monday because of a previously scheduled medical appointment.nba playoff Jackson said he will drive to his off-season Montana home Friday, then talk with his doctors next week.