He’s big, strong, fast and competitive. It’s clear that Josh Jackson can help the Suns. The question is whether the Suns can help Josh Jackson.
The former University of Kansas star who grew up in Detroit is working through the legal fallout of what he called on Friday in downtown Phoenix “two bad decisions.” It’s now on General Manager Ryan McDonough and coach Earl Watson to help provide mentoring, stability and accountability to a young man who — like all young men — needs all three.
It’s in their best interest. Jackson would be positioned to reach his potential as a player if he gets help reaching his potential as a man.