What happened: The ceremony is scheduled outside Crypto.com Arena, adding Jackson to the franchise’s monument row. Jackson coached Los Angeles from 1999-2004 and again from 2005-11.
Why it matters: The statue will make Jackson the second Lakers coach memorialized at Star Plaza after Pat Riley’s 2026 unveiling. The two coaches led the franchise to nine championships.
By the numbers: Jackson finished his NBA head-coaching career with 1,155 regular-season wins and a .704 winning percentage. He reached the Finals 13 times in 20 seasons.
What to watch: A Lakers home game is scheduled at Crypto.com Arena that evening.