Some okay insights into PJ's coaching philosophy and some merely adequate explanation of the triangle offence. I was left wanting more of both, but I enjoyed the interplay between the two authors and their descriptions of life in basketball. Only for the serious fan, I would guess.

I found Phil’s philosophy to coaching and life extremely interesting and enlightening. In this busy distracting world we can all learn a thing or two from the “Zen Master” on being present in the moment.
I didn’t however care for Charlie Rosen’s storyline. I’m confused why they chose to use paper recapping his episodes in minor league basketball, when the co-author coaches Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Shaq. ..But maybe I missed the point.

I grew up loving basketball because my Dad loved it. I would occasionally join in after-school pick-up games in the girls' gym at my high school and was so pleasantly surprised that my teammates welcomed this short, klutzy player. They admired my spunk, aerobic endurance, and sense of fun and for the most part overlooked my complete lack of talent. These are happy memories.

I found this book to be thoroughly enjoyable and listened to the audiobook version throughout a very busy week at work. Phil Jackson is my dream coach. I learned more about his career in this book than I knew previously, including details about his time in LA. I recommend this book, although I felt it dragged somewhat in the middle.