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Report: Jackson displeased with Knicks' misuse of triangle

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Despite ranking a respectable 13th in offensive efficiency this season, Phil Jackson is still not pleased with his team's play in the offensive end.

The New York Knicks president is unhappy with how little Jeff Hornacek has used the triangle through the first six games of the season, as the head coach continues to favor his own half-court offense instead, league sources tell ESPN's Ian Begley.

New York's struggles to implement Jackson's complex offensive system has been a point of controversy throughout his time in the Big Apple, and likely led to Derek Fisher's dismissal in February.

Several Knicks players, including Derrick Rose, have voiced their displeasure with the triangle over the last several weeks, saying they'd prefer to play in an offense that is better suited to their strengths.

While the Knicks have done a solid job of scoring this season, New York has been abysmal on the other end, allowing the fourth-most points per game while ranking dead last in defensive efficiency.

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