📰 Jermaine Jackson: My Brother, My Pride

When I think about Detroit basketball, I don’t just think about the grit and grind of the game — I think about my brother, Jermaine Jackson. To the world, he’s a former NBA player, a Hall of Famer at the University of Detroit Mercy, and a mentor to rising stars. But to me, he’s simply my brother — and I couldn’t be prouder of the man he has become.

Jermaine’s journey started right here in Detroit. From Finney High School to the University of Detroit Mercy, he carried the weight of our city’s spirit on his shoulders. He wasn’t just playing basketball; he was proving that a kid from Detroit could rise to the highest levels of the sport. His hard work earned him a place in the Detroit Mercy Titans Hall of Fame, and eventually, a career in the NBA with teams like the Detroit Pistons, Toronto Raptors, Atlanta Hawks, New York Knicks, and Milwaukee Bucks. He even took his talents overseas, playing in Italy, Spain, Ukraine, and Israel — showing the world what Detroit determination looks like.

But Jermaine’s greatest accomplishments aren’t just on the court. They’re in the way he loves his family, the way he mentors young players, and the way he gives back to the community. He’s been a guiding force for so many, including NBA star LaMelo Ball, proving that his legacy is not only about his own success but about lifting others up.

As his sister, I’ve watched him balance the demands of professional sports with the responsibilities of being a father, a mentor, and a role model. His humility, his loyalty, and his love for family shine brighter than any scoreboard. He’s shown us all that true greatness isn’t just measured in points or wins — it’s measured in the lives you touch and the love you share.

I am proud of Jermaine not only because of what he’s achieved, but because of who he is.

He represents Detroit, he represents resilience, and he represents family. And for me, he will always be more than an athlete — he will always be my brother, my pride, and my inspiration.

📅 Sidebar Timeline of Jermaine Jackson’s Career

Year	Highlight
1995–1999	Starred at University of Detroit Mercy; later inducted into Titans Hall of Fame
1999	Entered NBA as an undrafted free agent
1999–2005	Played for Detroit Pistons, Toronto Raptors, Atlanta Hawks, New York Knicks, Milwaukee Bucks
2005–2011	International career in Italy, Spain, Ukraine, and Israel
2010s–Present	Transitioned into coaching and mentoring; became a mentor to LaMelo Ball