After a year of retirement, Stephen Jackson is now calling it an NBA comeback. A few months ago Stephen Jackson expressed his interest in playing again in the NBA.
In an interview held by Slam Online, Stephen Jackson said that he wants to spend 2 more years in the NBA. Jackson also cited that he never had a serious injury or any surgeries. This proves him to be a healthy 38-year old player since his career.
Stephen Jackson had a great NBA career, becoming one of the most reliable core players during his prime years. Jackson also won an NBA title back in 2003 with the San Antonio Spurs and was called by Tim Duncan an ultimate teammate as per Larry Brown Sports.
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Back in August, after announcing an NBA return, Stephen Jackson was linked to the Chicago Bulls. According to Hoops Hype, Jimmy Butler and Rajon Rondo have been talking to Stephen Jackson, both players want him to play with the Bulls.
There are rumors that Jackson might play with his last team the, Los Angeles Clippers. Other reports say that Jackson might land in San Antonio for the 3rd time. The fact is that all those 3 teams mentioned above have complete rosters, this means no slots left for Stephen Jackson unless they made some adjustments.
Stephen Jackson also told in an interview that he and Coach Steve Kerr had a conversation, though there is no agreement between them. The Golden State Warriors already have 14 players, all with a guaranteed contract, leaving 1 spot left to complete their 2017 NBA season roster.
Stephen Jackson would be a great fit for the Golden State Warriors if acquired. He can be a good mentor to all the players and sure to be a great backup shooter to Klay Thompson and Ian Clark.
Jackson also played with the Golden State Warriors for 4 years alongside with Monta Ellis. Stephen Jackson led the Warriors to the NBA playoffs back in 2007 playing 41 minutes per game over 11 games.
This might be Stephen Jackson's first and final attempt to get back in the NBA since he once told that he is not looking towards NBA D-League. Yet no teams have invited Stephen Jackson up to this date, Jackson still hangs in the free agent pool hoping that 1 of the 30 clubs would give him the last NBA shot he is looking for.
