Bryant Quote by Tito Jackson

How important has Phil Jackson been to the success of the Lakers? He's very important.

— Larry Dixon

Be real slow comparing people to Lamar Jackson. That's a multi-time MVP. That's Mr. Jackson.

— Mike Tomlin

I really wasn't expecting to fall so hard for Phil. As a matter of fact, when my dad said he was talking to Phil…

— Jeanie Buss

I have my own identity ... The whole Michael thing does drive me nuts sometimes because people won't leave it alone. He's bald, I…

— Kobe Bryant

Kobe was hell-bent on surpassing Jordan as the greatest player in the game. His obsession with Michael was striking. When we played in Chicago…

— Phil Jackson

How can you not like the Lakers?

— Xzibit

What I made clear to our front office is we're going to be judged by wins and losses. It isn't about having a marquee…

— Jeanie Buss

Kobe Bryant will be better than Michael Jordan

— Mark Jackson

Kobe never got complacent. He always wanted more. And I think, ultimately, that's going to be his legacy.

— J. J. Redick

I'm the biggest Laker fan. Probably more of a Kobe fan.

— Julius Randle

Phil Jackson is a mastermind, and he knows how to keep his team from being complacent.

— Kenny Smith

Kobe Bryant is better than Michael Jordan. Not more successful. Hasn't had a bigger economic impact. Hasn't won more MVPs. Hasn't won more titles.…

— Jemele Hill