Jackson will no doubt land on his feet. That's one of his skills. As for his legacy in the Bay Area, it may well be shaped by the success, or failure, of the man who succeeds him.
One dimensional and one-and-done last postseason, Golden State has morphed into a multifaceted favorite this year. The catalyst? Start with the bony, spike-haired coached.
Golden State Warriors point guard Stephen Curry responded to remarks team owner Joe Lacob made about former head coach Mark Jackson, calling them a "distraction" while also accepting Lacob's public apology.
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