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Jim Jackson says playing for the Kings brought back the ‘love of the game’

Apr 17, 2023, 3:18 PM | Updated: 3:27 pm

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Turner Sports’ basketball analyst Jim Jackson joined Cattles & Ramie Monday to talk about the Kings-Warriors playoff series, how the Golden State could respond tonight and why the Kings’ fanbase means so much to the players.

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“To be able to participate myself in it, and feel the passion from the fans, it was amazing,” Jackson said on the show. “Playing in Sacramento just that one year, brought the love of the game back to me. The sprit of the game, the passion of the game, because of not only the great teammates and coaching staff, but because of the acceptance of the fan base and being a part of something special.”

Topics discussed include:

  • Jackson’s thoughts on De’Aaron Fox’s Game 1 performance
  • How do the Kings combat defensive woes?
  • Jackson describes his experience playing against the Kings at Arco Arena
  • Jackson shows love to the Sacramento fanbase
  • What are his expectations for Game 2 Monday?

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