Darnell Jackson

Darnell Edred Jackson (born November 7, 1985) is an American professional basketball player who currently plays for Yeşilgiresun Belediye of the Turkish Basketball Super League. Jackson played for the University of Kansas in college for four seasons, including the 2008 national championship team. He did not become a regular starter at Kansas until the 2007–08 season (his senior year), when he replaced Sasha Kaun in the starting lineup.

High school career

Jackson began playing organized basketball for the first time as a ninth grader at Midwest City High School.

Considered a four-star recruit by Rivals.com, Jackson was listed as the No. 12 power forward and the No. 54 player in the nation in 2004.

College career

He was called one of the most improved players in the nation after averaging 6.7 rebounds during his senior season at Kansas in 2007-08. He attracted some attention from NBA scouts after several breakout performances, including a 25-point, 9-rebound effort against Boston College. After this performance, he was named the co-winner of the Phillips 66 Big 12 Conference Player of the Week.