Jim Jackson has transitioned his basketball skills from the court into a renowned basketball analyst. Although retired from professional basketball, he is remembered for the 14 seasons he was active in the National Basketball Association NBA, as well as been on the active roster of several basketball teams.
Biography of Jim Jackson
It was in Toledo, Ohio, that Jim Jackson was born on October 14, 1970. While in high school, he participated actively in basketball and was teammates with former NFL safety Myron Bell.
Proceeding to college, Jackson continued to play basketball and was a member of the Ohio State Buckeyes. For about three seasons, Jackson continued to get famous in and out of court. For his contributions, he was named the UPI player of the year in 1992.
Jackson began his NBA career after he was drafted by the Dallas Mavericks and was the overall fourth pick in 1992. Although his first season had a few huddles, Jackson was able to appear in several games the following season and made an average of 19.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists in 37.4 minutes per game.
Further in his NBA career, he played for New Jersey Nets, Philadelphia 76ers, Golden State Warriors, Portland Trail Blazers, Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers, Miami Heat, Sacramento Kings, Houston Rockets/New Orleans Hornets, Phoenix Sun, and Los Angeles Lakers where he wore number 24 before Kobe Bryant. In the teams he played for, he lasted for many seasons from 1992 to his retirement in 2006. He also played the shooting guard position. Throughout his career, he made an average point of 12,690 (14.3 ppg), 4,152 (4.7 RPG) rebounds, and 2,851 (3.2 APG) assists.
Jackson’s hard work, skills, and sacrifices as a basketball player earned him several accolades, including 1992 UPI College Player of the Year, 2x Consensus first-team All American (1991, 1992), 2x Big Ten Player of the year (1991,1992), No. 22 retired by Ohio State Buckeyes and 2x First-team Parade All-American (1988, 1989).
Jackson retired from professional NBA while in Los Angeles Lakers in 2006. He wore the number 24 shirt which was taken by former several award-winning NBA player Kobe Bryant.
He has an athletic body with a generous height of 6 feet 6 inches (1.98 m), and weighs 220 lb (100kg)
What is his net worth?
Jim Jackson made a good fortune from his basketball career and as an analyst. His net worth has been estimated at $15 million.
Jim’s wife and love story
On July 6, 2002, African-American Shawnee Simms walked the aisle by boxer Mike Tyson to become married to Jim Jackson in Atlanta, Georgia.
Although it is alleged that she was an entertainment manager, Shawnee has kept her personal life away from the media and has not debunked or confirmed the rumours.
Where is He Now?
Jackson retired from playing professional basketball in 2006. However, knowledge of the game has not left him as he took a career as a college basketball game and studio analyst. He also called the action for Fox Sports’ coverage of the BIG3, as well as contributes to Fox Sports’ studio coverage of college and professional hoops. In 2007, his career as a TV broadcaster kicked off with the Big Ten Network.
Facts to know about Jim Jackson
1. He reportedly dated Eddie Murphy’s ex-wife Nicole Murphy
Jackson and Nicole Murphy, the ex-wife of actor Eddie Murphy and ex-fiancee of Michael Strahan have allegedly had a romantic affair. Even Though the two are known friends for a while, their alleged kissing controversy has hit the media while she was dating Strahan.
2. Jackson’s Children
Jackson has two known children. However, it is not certain if his wife Simms is the biological mother of the children since she has remained a mystery.
3. He fathered popular NBA player Traevon Jackson
His son Traevon Jackson is an award-winning professional basketball player who plays for the Norrkoping Dolphins of Swedish Basketball League.
4. Jackson was part of the Three J’s
while in Dallas Maverick, Jackson was popular as part of the Three J’s. The other two were Jason Kidd and Jamal Mashburn.
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5. Jackson Reportedly Had a Feud With Kidd Over Toni Braxton
With one of the Three J’s, Jason Kidd; Jackson had a feud that could not be settled until Kidd had to be traded. How did the feud start? Kidd allegedly accused singer Toni Braxton of visiting the Maverick’s hotel with the intention of having a date with him but ended up leaving with Jackson.
Both men have denied that it was the ‘Braxton’s story’ that brought their rivalry. In response to this allegation, Braxton has neither debunked nor confirmed dating any of them.
Complete profile of Jim Jackson
| Jim Jackson | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Jim Jackson |
| Date of Birth | 14 October 1970 |
| Age | 50 years |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra |
| Nationality | American |
| Birth place | Toledo, Ohio, United States |
| Ethnicity | African- American |
| Profession | Former Professional basketball player |
| Education | Macomber High School, The Ohio State University |
| Father | James Jackson |
| Mother | Tammy Winston |
| Siblings | Brother- Ron Jackson |
| Marital Status | Married |
| Spouse/Partner | Shawnee Simms (m. 2002) |
| Girlfriend | Nicole Murphy |
| Kids | Traevon Jackson |
| Religion | NA |
| Estimated Net Worth: | $15 million. |
| Source of net worth | Basketball career |
| Height | Feet- 6 ft 6 in Meters-1.98 m Centimeters-198 cm |
| Weight | 220 lb (100 kg) |
| Eye color | NA |
| Hair color | Black |
| Social media | Twitter |
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