Pargo Makes the Cut, Russell & Sampson Fight for Final Spot <div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post"> Lakers coaches continue to ponder the back end of the roster, where veteran small forward Bryon Russell is trying to secure a spot over 20-year-old center Jamal Sampson (Mater Dei High). Coach Phil Jackson indicated guard Jannero Pargo will be on the team, even though Jackson acknowledged it will be hard to find time for Pargo behind Gary Payton and Derek Fisher. "Pargo's going to be a game-buster at some point," Jackson said. Russell sat out the 99-83 loss to Golden State on Wednesday night because of a slight left-ankle sprain, but he has made an impression. Jackson has especially noticed Russell's personality meshing well with the other veterans.</div>http://www2.ocregister.com/ocrweb/ocr/arti...month=10&day=10
