The calculus behind the decision to let go of Jackson is not known, as news of his exit was not divulged when ESPN talent were laid off earlier this month.
"The only criteria is that the former players need to be active members of either a television network’s coverage of the NBA or a local television analyst or co-host."
"ESPN Digital & Social drew 212.7 million unique users in August, up 6% year over year. That total reached 78% of U.S. adults across digital, YouTube and social platforms."