S.I. lists Justin Jackson among college basketball's best freshmen
Posted Sep 3, 2014
While fellow freshman wing Theo Pinson excels on the defensive end, Justin Jackson’s biggest contributions should come on offense. With point guard Marcus Paige likely drawing most opponents’ attention, Jackson provides an essential complementary scorer. He can score inside and out and boasts an especially refined mid-range game.
(Sports Illustrated)
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