71.   Rider was productive in his recent six-game stint as a starter, but coach Phil Jackson sent him back to the bench Wednesday when Kobe Bryant returned.

72.   Riders are amendments added to a bill to enhance its chances of passage.

73.   Riders are not the only victims.

74.   Riders are secret legislation.

75.   Riders are stealth legislation.

76.   Rider has been frustrated with his playing time, so Jackson sought to reassure him afterward.

77.   Rider is very much the wild card.

78.   Rider was on the bench in the second half.

79.   Rider was Rider when Whitsitt scooped him out of Minnesota.

80.   Riders may be in for more room still.