History of Mark Jackson in Timeline
Mark Jackson is an American former professional basketball player. He played point guard in the NBA from 1987 to 2004 after being drafted by the New York Knicks. He played college basketball for St. John's Red Storm. Jackson played for several NBA teams including the Knicks, Los Angeles Clippers, Indiana Pacers, and others.
1958: Woody Sauldsberry, NBA Rookie of the Year
In 1958, Woody Sauldsberry was the NBA Rookie of the Year award.
April 1, 1965: Mark Jackson's Birth
On April 1, 1965, Mark A. Jackson was born. He later became a professional basketball player.
1985: Introduction of the NBA Draft Lottery
In 1985, the NBA Draft Lottery system was introduced.
1987: Drafted by the New York Knicks
In 1987, Mark Jackson was drafted as the 18th pick by the New York Knicks and teamed up with Patrick Ewing and Charles Oakley.
1988: NBA Rookie of the Year
In 1988, Mark Jackson earned the NBA Rookie of the Year award with the Knicks, averaging 13.6 points and 10.6 assists per game.
1989: Atlantic Division Title and All-Star Appearance
In 1989, Mark Jackson led the Knicks to the Atlantic Division title and made his lone All-Star Game appearance.
1989: All-Star Appearance
In 1989, Mark Jackson made his only All-Star appearance.
July 29, 1990: Married Desiree Coleman
On July 29, 1990, Mark Jackson married singer and actress Desiree Coleman.
1990: Decline in Form
In 1990, after a contract extension, Mark Jackson began to lose his All-Star form, facing competition from other guards.
1991: Continued Career
In 1991, Mark Jackson continued his NBA career with the Los Angeles Clippers.
1992: Traded to the Los Angeles Clippers
In 1992, Mark Jackson was traded to the Los Angeles Clippers before the Knicks became regular playoff contenders.
1992: Warriors reach playoffs in consecutive seasons
In 1992, the Warriors reached the playoffs in consecutive seasons for the first time since 1992.
1993: Warriors Improve Record
In 1993, Warriors improved to 51-31, the team's first season with 50 or more wins since 1993-94.
June 30, 1994: Traded to the Indiana Pacers
On June 30, 1994, Mark Jackson was traded to the Indiana Pacers, where he teamed with Reggie Miller and others.
1996: Traded to the Denver Nuggets
In 1996, Mark Jackson was traded to the Denver Nuggets before the start of the NBA season.
1997: Return to Pacers
In 1997, Mark Jackson returned to the Pacers and helped spark the team.
1998: Pacers Miss Playoffs
In 1998, the Pacers missed the playoffs, the only time in the last decade and a half.
2000: NBA Finals Appearance
In 2000, Mark Jackson appeared in his only NBA Finals as the Pacers' starting point guard, losing to the Lakers.
February 22, 2001: Traded back to the Knicks
On February 22, 2001, Mark Jackson was traded back to the Knicks, where he became the starting point guard.
October 2, 2002: Signed with the Utah Jazz
On October 2, 2002, Mark Jackson signed with the Utah Jazz as John Stockton's backup.
January 15, 2004: Signed with the Houston Rockets
On January 15, 2004, Mark Jackson signed with the Houston Rockets to back up Steve Francis, finishing his NBA career at the end of that season.
2004: Retirement from NBA
In 2004, Mark Jackson retired from playing professional basketball in the NBA, after playing for several teams.
2006: Extramarital Affair
In 2006, Mark Jackson had an extramarital affair.
2006: Warriors Miss Playoffs
In 2006, the Warriors did not reach the playoffs.
2008: Quit YES Network position
In 2008, Mark Jackson unexpectedly quit his position with the YES Network, fueling speculation he would coach the Knicks.
February 20, 2011: Death of Troy Jackson
On February 20, 2011, Mark Jackson's brother, Troy Jackson, also known as "Escalade", died at the age of 38.
June 6, 2011: Hired as Head Coach of Golden State Warriors
On June 6, 2011, Mark Jackson was hired as head coach of the Golden State Warriors.
2011: Hired as Golden State Warriors Head Coach
In 2011, Mark Jackson was hired as the head coach of the Golden State Warriors.
2011: Clippers Reach Playoffs in Consecutive Years
The Los Angeles Clippers did not reach the playoffs in consecutive years again until 2011 and 2012 seasons.
June 2012: Extortion Threat
In June 2012, Mark Jackson revealed he was the target of an extortion threat based on an extramarital affair and nude photos taken in 2006.
2012: Struggled with Golden State Warriors
In 2012, Mark Jackson struggled with Golden State Warriors due to several injuries to key players.
2012: Mark Jackson Jr.
In 2012, Mark Jackson's son played for the Manhattan Jaspers.
2012: Clippers Reach Playoffs in Consecutive Years
The Los Angeles Clippers did not reach the playoffs in consecutive years again until 2011 and 2012 seasons.
2013: Guaranteed Contract Extension
In 2013, Mark Jackson earned two more years guaranteed on his contract, putting him under contract through 2014-15.
2013: Clippers Reach Playoffs in Consecutive Years
The Los Angeles Clippers did not reach the playoffs in consecutive years again until 2011 and 2012 seasons.
May 6, 2014: Removed as Head Coach of the Warriors
On May 6, 2014, Mark Jackson was removed as head coach of the Golden State Warriors.
May 17, 2014: Returned to ESPN as a Game Analyst
On May 17, 2014, Mark Jackson reached a multiyear agreement to return to ESPN as a game analyst.
2014: Fired by Golden State Warriors
In 2014, Mark Jackson was fired as the head coach of the Golden State Warriors, despite leading the team to playoff appearances.
2016: Malcolm Brogdon wins NBA Rookie of the Year
In 2016, Malcolm Brogdon became the first non-lottery pick since Mark Jackson to be named NBA Rookie of the Year
2017: Divorced Desiree Coleman
In 2017, Mark Jackson and Desiree Coleman divorced after 27 years of marriage.
May 2023: Public Criticism
In May 2023, Mark Jackson faced public criticism for not including Nikola Jokić in his top five MVP candidates and apologized for the mistake.
July 31, 2023: Let Go by ESPN/ABC
On July 31, 2023, Mark Jackson was let go by ESPN/ABC amid a wave of layoffs at the network.
2023: Removed as Broadcaster
In 2023, Mark Jackson was removed from ESPN as a commentator.
