Noted Internet comedian Phil Jackson says MJ didn’t push off Bryon Russell to win Game 6 in ’98

The context:

The question:

How many push-offs did @cp3 have on that game winner - 3 or 4? Note to @nba refs using your off arm creates separation & is advantageous.

— Clarence Gaines (@ClarenceGaines2) April 23, 2013

The response:

@clarencegaines2 yeah, not only are offensive players able to push off they can use off arm to shield off defense-Heisman offensive move.—
Phil Jackson (@PhilJackson11) April 23, 2013

The reminder:

The setup:

Whatever…my answer to the refs was: just call the violations on the superstars, make them play the game the right way-they make adjustments.—
Phil Jackson (@PhilJackson11) April 23, 2013

The punchline:

As per MJ’s shot in game 6. That wasn’t a push off. It was a
helping hand to a broke down comrade. —
Phil Jackson (@PhilJackson11) April 23, 2013

Zing. Man, you really are good at Twitter jokes, Phil. Here's hoping you maintain your sense of humor while coaching up the Tristan Thompson-Tyler Zeller frontcourt (also an Internet joke).