Potential Pistons pick Justin Jackson seasoned game in college

Posted Jun 8, 2017
In an era when most top NBA prospects leave college after one season - maybe two - Justin Jackson is hoping to prove three years of experience at North Carolina have him better prepared for the pro game. At 22, Jackson is one of the oldest players projected to go in the first round. Many mock drafts project he'll be available for the Detroit Pistons at No. 12 on June 22. (MLive.com)

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