I wrote a notebook for this morning's paper on Phil Jackson challenging the Lakers to improve defensively in practice Friday. One other thing I found interesting was Phil Jackson's response to questions about Lamar Odom's sluggish start to the season.
Whereas Jackson and Odom have been trading barbs throughout training camp , the Lakers coach has seemed to take a softer tact toward Odom the past two days. Asked why Odom is struggling, Jackson said the multiple roles have been difficult for him.
I just think he's finding his way and getting accustomed to playing ball again," Jackson said. "That's one of the things that is difficult for him now. At times he's a ball handler and at times he's in the post as a big guy. He's got a couple different roles right now."

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