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Celtics’ Justin Jackson prepares meals for people suffering from chronic illness

As he ladled scoops of braised beef into black plastic containers, Justin Jackson was careful to make sure he was using the right amount.

The Celtics forward spent time volunteering at Community Servings in Jamaica Plain on Tuesday night. Jackson, along with Lucky the Leprechaun and dozens of volunteers, packaged meals that will be delivered to sick people across the state.

“I know for me my whole goal in life is just to make this world a better place,” Jackson said. “You don’t have to be an NBA player, you don’t have to be a celebrity to do that.