Jerry West on Riley

http://www.nypost.com/sports/3908.htm

West has no idea if Riley's burned out or if his fake franchise players -
Brian Grant and Eddie Jones - have become anesthetized to his demands and
commands.

"I know I got burned out in L.A., I know that. As much as Pat's given to the
game, as much effort and dedication he's invested, it's sad for him and it's
sad for me to see him walk away."

West admits Riley probably thought he was responsible for his demise, but
says he was shocked by Jerry Buss' decision.

"The players can deny it 'till they die, and talk about how much they admire
Pat with their last breath, but they were killing him," West said,
smoldering. "They had great access to our owner. I was forever telling Jerry
he shouldn't listen to the players all the time. At the same time, I know
Pat was wearing them out; the good thing about Jerry is, he was never afraid
to make changes."

"s_knight8" <s_knight8nospam.TakeThisOut@hotmail.com> wrote in message
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> http://www.nypost.com/sports/3908.htm

> West admits Riley probably thought he was responsible for his demise, but
> says he was shocked by Jerry Buss' decision.

What decision? The original article doesn't say. Riley quit as Laker coach.
If he was pushed out the door by Buss this is the first I've heard of it.