Jackson says trade decision up to Melo, doesn't want Raptors to have good pick

New York Knicks president Phil Jackson took an opportunity Friday to speak with media about several items, including whether he intends to fulfill his contract with the team.

"I'm still in it," Jackson told reporters in Los Angeles, where the Knicks face the Clippers Friday and Lakers Sunday. "And I'm in it to win it."

Jackson's contract with New York runs until 2019. In his second full season in command, the team has made progress over last year's franchise-worst 17-65 record, but the squad has hit a rut after a stronger than expected start.

Jackson replaced Derek Fisher with Kurt Rambis as head coach last month, while outside rumblings continue as to whether it's time for the organization and franchise player Carmelo Anthony (who turns 32 in May) to part ways.


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