PIERRE JACKSON
PIERRE JACKSON
A Las Vegas native and American professional basketball player for the Shenzhen Aviators, Pierre Jackson’s determination is unmatched. As a player in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) , he brings his competitive fire to the court averaging 39.8 points per game and a free throw rate of 90.8%. In the 2018-2019 season, he was recognized as the CBA’s Top Scorer.
Pierre formally played for the Maccabi Tel Aviv of the Israeli Premier League and the EuroLeague. In 2013, he was drafted by the Philadelphia 76ers. He played college basketball for the College of Southern Idaho and Baylor University in which he was one of the top college players in the 2012-2013 season.
Off the court, Pierre shares his love and passion for the game of basketball by inspiring others to give back to their community.
WHY #THEYSLEEP?
For anyone who has been counted out or doubted by others - used that negativity as positive motivation to achieve dreams. My entire basketball career I have been underrated and told I was too small. I’ve learned when you’re striving to be great you will always be met with opposition. However, Stay Faithful, Believe in Yourself and make a Commitment to Excellence. When naysayers are asleep, make sure you wake them up!