Stephen Jackson - Fearless

Stephen Jesse Jackson (born April 5, 1978 in Port Arthur, Texas) is an American professional basketball player and a co-captain for the NBA's Golden State Warriors. Jackson, a 6'8" swingman, is currently in his 8th NBA season.

Jackson also spent one semester at Butler Community College, but due to already being drafted by the NBA, was ineligible to play college basketball. While not being a typical prep-to-pro player (that is, going straight from high school to an NBA career), Jackson technically falls into this category, because he never played college basketball before entering the NBA.

Jackson did not play an NBA game until the 2000-01 season with the New Jersey Nets, officially deemed his rookie season. He appeared in 77 games (including 40 starts), in which he averaged 8.2 points per game, and established a close friendship with star point guard Stephon Marbury. Jackson was selected to play in the Schick Rookie Game at the 2001 All-Star Weekend, in which he tallied 8 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists and 3 steals in the contest.

During the 2002-2003 NBA season, Jackson became a key member of the Spurs. Appearing in 80 games (58 starts), his season averages were 11.8 points, 3.6 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 28.2 minutes per game. In the course of their postseason run in the 2003 NBA Playoffs, Jackson proved to be a vital asset and helped the Spurs win their second NBA Championship, averaging 12.8 points per game during the playoffs - the team's 3rd leading scorer.

Generally, a modern-day NBA swingman provides a multitude of skills. Jackson is certainly no exception, as evidenced by his overall ability. Although he is known to be a somewhat streaky outside shooter, Jackson's range extends from the basket to the 3-point line. Additionally, against smaller players, he is often utilized in the post (where he is either double-teamed and creates an open shot for a teammate, or is able to manufacture a mid-range jumper). Through spurts of inefficient, turnover-prone play, Jackson has proved a reputable playmaking option, with above-average passing abilities and court vision. Defensively, Jackson is certainly amongst the better perimeter defenders in the league, due to his long wingspan, quickness, and awareness.

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[lebroncash23]

Welcome to the Milwaukee Bucks!!!

[pesto801]

captain jax

[fedezetta]

what is the name of the song? ^_^

[LakersFTW2010]

sure..... And I am hanging out with 2pac right now, THUG LIFE NIGGA!

[temuulen111]

fuk bobcats go WARRIORS!!!!

[lebroncash23]

welcome to the charlotte bobcats!!!

[ILLkingmoney]

stephen jackson is the gangster of the nba. I don't what anybody says

[icecream93nigga]

this is my cousin in-law.very nice guy

[DavvDavvDavv]

dude, the warriors aren't even close to being in the playoffs.. I love the warriors, but man this year isnt off to a good start.. =\

[urownt5]

yez jackson destroyed the mavs if he does it again this season with bellinelli then the warriors can get to the 3rd round at most maybe higher