Mama, there goes that man!

Since then, speculation has abounded about Jacksons fate.

The move came as a surprise to Jackson, however.

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Jackson confirmed his departure with Peter Vecsey earlier today.

This just in: Mark Jackson told me he was let go by ESPN.

He had two years left on his contract.

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Jeff Van Gundy was let go weeks ago.

He also, without naming them, wished good things for his replacements.

I wish greater measures of success to the new ESPN team.

May they continue to elevate this game that has given me a home and a life.