Simple Math: Phil Jackson > Oprah

Mike Bresnahan of the L.A. Times sums up the annual unofficial Laker Book Club:

Jackson handed out a book of individual significance to each player, something he does annually before a long trip. Unlike recent years, though, Jackson was secretive when asked which book he gave to each player.

Some of the Lakers willingly volunteered what books they received, although Kwame Brown declined to comment and Kobe Bryant said he couldn't remember.

"What book did he give me? I don't know," Bryant said. "That's on the back burner for me. I'm still reading my 'Harry Potter' series from first to seven. It kind of gets pushed to the back. 'Chamber of Secrets' comes first."

Lamar Odom was given "Cinnamon Kiss," Derek Fisher got "The Wedding," and Walton received "We Were Soldiers Once . . . and Young."

Jordan Farmar was given a book called "Shortcomings."

Geez, I hope Kobe is joking here. Kids, this is why you should go to college.

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