Phil Jackson handled Dennis Rodman’s tantrums like a pro. 😤
Now, here’s how the legendary Phil Jackson handled Dennis Rodman’s tantrums during the 1997 NBA Finals over wanting more minutes. During the 1997 Finals, Rodman’s poor performance led Phil Jackson to reportedly slash his playing time. After a scoreless game four with just six rebounds in 24 minutes, Rodman complained about being benched. But Coach Jackson didn’t flinch and he simply told Rodman, “If you want to play, take your shots within the context of the offense.” Jackson’s message was clear, but the worm, unbothered, flew to Las Vegas after the loss to party with his friends. Despite the chaos, the Chicago Bulls stayed locked in. Michael Jordan’s heroics powered them to a crucial game five win. And while Rodman’s contributions in the series were minimal, the Bulls still secured their fifth championship.
Legendary moments from the 1997 NBA Finals! 🏀 Phil Jackson handled Dennis Rodman’s tantrums like a pro. 😤 #NBA #PhilJackson #DennisRodman #ChicagoBulls #1997Finals #BasketballHistory #MichaelJordan
