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NBA legend Reggie Miller sends heartfelt message to Mark Jackson
Mark Jackson. Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Mark Jackson is one of the most notable former NBA players.

In addition to his playing career, he has also been a head coach (Golden State Warriors) and called the NBA Finals for ABC/ESPN.

On Tuesday, Jackson celebrated his 60th birthday. One person who sent him a message was NBA legend Reggie Miller.

His Instagram post had over 2,000 likes in one hour.

Miller wrote: "Happy Birthday to da Godfather [Jackson], enjoy your day Brotha Man and many more blessings."

Jackson was the 18th pick in the 1987 NBA Draft.

He spent 17 seasons with the New York Knicks, Indiana Pacers, L.A. Clippers, Utah Jazz, Toronto Raptors, Denver Nuggets and Houston Rockets.

His career averages were 9.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, 8.0 assists and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 44.7% from the field and 33.2% from the three-point range in 1,296 games.

As for Miller, the Hall of Fame shooting guard spent his entire 18-year career with Indiana.

This article first appeared on Fastbreak on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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