“I wonder if Phil Jackson and the Rambii aren’t a problem here” - Nick Wright says it’s concerning that Kyrie Irving to the LA Lakers has not happened yet, questions if Kyrie is a Phil Jackson player

The LA Lakers have a massive summer ahead as they try to overhaul their roster. One player who could be a part of their squad next season is Kyrie Irving, who has been linked with a move to Los Angeles.

On Fox Sports' morning show First Things First, NBA analyst Nick Wright spoke about Irving's potential move to the Lakers. He believes that Phil Jackson along with Kurt and Linda Rambis, who are involved with the team's operations, have been pulling strings behind the scenes to potentially delay the deal.

Wright also said he was unsure whether Irving is the kind of player Jackson would want to pursue.

"I do think this is going to get done, but I'm a little concerned. Do you think Kyrie Irving is a Phil Jackson type of basketball player? Who is whispering in her (Jeanie Buss) ear? Who is right now pulling in the opposite direction of the Lakers? Why would this not already be done unless the Zenmaster, who we know, is involved. There's no reason this shouldn't get done. I wonder if Phil Jackson and the Rambii aren’t a problem here," Wright said.

Jackson has very close ties to Jeanie Buss, Kurt and Linda Rambis. Kurt Rambis and his wife have been working as close advisors to Jeanie.

Jackson also has history with two players on the roster — LeBron James and Carmelo Anthony. James has admitted in the past that he isn't a fan of Phil Jackson.

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Dysfunction in the LA Lakers

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The LA Lakers have been making news for all the wrong reasons. While performances on the court last season resulted in elimination before the playoffs, there have also been rumblings about turmoil in the front office and ownership.

The Lakers were rumored to be interested in bringing back Jackson as their head coach. But the appointment of Darvin Ham put paid to such rumors. LeBron James is also reportedly unhappy that Rob Pelinka made no moves on trade deadline day.

As things stand, things do not look promising for the Lakers. They will need to establish a proper plan over the next few months regarding the future of the franchise.