“He wanted to be the top scorer” — Phil Jackson reveals how his relationship with Carmelo Anthony completely collapsed
Phil Jackson's vision for the triangle offense clashed with Carmelo Anthony's isolation playstyle during their time with the New York Knicks. This fundamental disagreement led to frustration and a downfall for the team. Jackson believed Anthony's self-interest, highlighted by a past playoff anecdote, hindered team chemistry and ultimately contributed to his departure.
Phil Jackson's vision for the triangle offense clashed with Carmelo Anthony's isolation playstyle during their time with the New York Knicks. This fundamental disagreement led to frustration and a downfall for the team. Jackson believed Anthony's self-interest, highlighted by a past playoff anecdote, hindered team chemistry and ultimately contributed to his departure.
