From Jim Jackson’s perspective, Dallas Mavericks rookie forward Cooper Flagg has characteristics very similar to those of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James.
Jim Jackson did not hold back while addressing the idea of NBA players being loyal to their teams. The 54-year-old feels that it’s an idea that has rarely existed in the league, with long-tenured players from organizations not hesitating to chase more success or bigger paychecks when their team goes through hard times.
As the game of basketball continues to evolve, so does the value of NBA players. The league’s overall worth has skyrocketed over the past few decades, and players are now making big money right from the start.
One of the most eyebrow-raising shake-ups in this year’s NBA offseason was the waiving of superstar Damian Lillard. The Milwaukee Bucks chose to stretch his $113 million contract over five years, as he recovers from a torn Achilles that will likely keep him sidelined until 2026.
Hakeem The Dream, Clyde The Glide, Magic: The NBA has produced some incredible nicknames over the decades. Some, like Magic and Penny, have even come to largely replace the player's actual name.
Michael Jordan is arguably the most iconic player in NBA history. But his level of notoriety isn’t solely due to his talent on the court. MJ is infamously one of the best trash talkers in league history.
Jim Jackson is the lead analyst for Thursday's Tennessee-Wofford game but made a mistake early in the second half. He referred to the Wofford Terriers as the Wofford Terriers twice in less than 10 seconds.
It’s hard to find players in the NBA these days that stick around with one franchise. Some switch teams to look for a better situation to help them win a title.
Michael Jordan is arguably the greatest player in NBA history. He is considered the best scorer the league ever saw but some have questioned if he received helped from the referees.
The NBA has always been a league of innovators, where players adapt their skills to meet the demands of their time. While players can't actually switch eras, the debate about how these legends would perform in different times continues to captivate fans.
The GOAT debate always goes back and forth between Michael Jordan and LeBron James, while some argue that Kobe Bryant should be the third wheel in that discussion.
The Dallas Mavericks have positioned themselves to win a NBA championship this season behind Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic. Before that, they won a title under the leadership of Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki in 2011.