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Bill Oram: As reported elsewhere, and as expected, the Jazz waived Darnell Jackson and Chris Quinn tonight. Roster is now at 15, including Raja Bell. Twitter @tribjazz

Utah Jazz, Raja Bell, Chris Quinn, Darnell Jackson 

The Jazz officially announced Wednesday forwards Trey Gilder and Darnell Jackson, center Brian Butch and guard Chris Quinn have been added to the team’s 2012-12 training camp roster. Salt Lake Tribune

Utah Jazz, Chris Quinn, Brian Butch, Trey Gilder, Darnell Jackson, Training Camp 

Brian T. Smith: Ex-Kings forward Darnell Jackson expected to attend #UtahJazz training camp. Jackson played for Sacramento in 2010-11. Twitter

Utah Jazz, Darnell Jackson, Training Camp 

Darnell Jackson: Congrats @Anthony Parker on the new gig! Twitter

Orlando Magic, Anthony Parker, Darnell Jackson 

Temptation comes in all forms in the city of sin. If you have a vice, Las Vegas will be sure to expose it. Maybe that’s why the gambling capital of the world is the perfect place to find out just how committed these NBA youngsters and hopefuls are. “You’re going to Vegas,” said big man Darnell Jackson, who’s back with the Kings after a stint overseas last year in Ukraine. “You’ve got gambling, you’ve got clubs, partying, beautiful women around and its open to the public.” Cowbell Kingdom

Sacramento Kings, Summer League, Las Vegas, Darnell Jackson 

As one of the elder statesmen on this Kings Summer League squad, Jackson is taking it upon himself to hold his younger teammates accountable. He plans on reminding them that the next week is about business if they hope to make their hoop dreams come true. “Everybody’s out auditioning,” said the 26-year-old power forward. “You’re auditioning not just for the Kings, you’re auditioning for every team in the NBA. So you have to be respectful, on the court and off the court. Just be professional whatever you’re doing.” Taking on that leadership role means probably becoming the resident killjoy. But Jackson seems to not mind and is willing to nag teammates when necessary. “At the end of the day, everybody’s a human being (and) everybody makes mistakes,” Jackson said. “You’ve just got to tell them. Some guys are stubborn, some guys listen.” Cowbell Kingdom

Sacramento Kings, Summer League, Las Vegas, Darnell Jackson 

BC Donetsk is closer to waive Darnell Jackson. Former NBA player didn't perform as expected and the Ukrainian team is on the market looking for a replacement. Donetsk showed interest in Darius Songaila. The Lithuanian is free agent after he left Galatasaray where he has started the season. Another name for the Ukrainian club is Vladan Vukosavljevic of Politekhnika-Halychyna. The player is averaging 18.4ppg and 11.3rpg in 16 games in Superleague. Sportando

Free Agency, Darius Songaila, Darnell Jackson, Ukraine 

Darnell Jackson: "OKAAAAAY, I'M RELOADED!!!!!!!!!!" Twitter

Darnell Jackson 

Darnell Jackson has transferred his representation to Cleveland-based agency Mark Termini Associates. He will be managed by agent Andy Bountogianis. RealGM

Sacramento Kings, Agents, Darnell Jackson 

BC Donetsk officially announces the signing of Darnell Jackson. The forward has played three seasons and 138 games in the NBA. In the regular season 2010-11 he wore the jersey of Sacramento Kings averaging 3.2ppg and 1.6rpg. Sportando

Lockout, Darnell Jackson, Ukraine 

Chris Wilcox and Darnell Jackson have been offered to Caja Laboral (Spain). El Correo

Detroit Pistons, Sacramento Kings, Free Agency, Chris Wilcox, Caja Laboral, Spain, Darnell Jackson 

Of all the tattoos on Darnell Jackson's body, it's one on his right wrist that speaks to the pain he has endured and his optimism. It's a simple phrase: "Suicide is not an option." The Kings forward calls the tattoo his "reminder." "If I'm out here working out or if I'm sitting in a room or if I'm working out in the weight room, I always just take a glance at my wrist and be like, 'Suicide is not an option,' " Jackson said. Jackson had the tattoo added after the death of his mother, Shawn Jackson. She took her life in March by overdosing on pain pills following a May 2005 car crash. Sacramento Bee

Sacramento Kings, Darnell Jackson 

Jackson said his life has been filled with tragedy. Friends and family, including his father, have been killed. The car accident caused by a drunken driver that injured his mother claimed the life of his grandmother, Evon. Nevertheless, Jackson doesn't hang his head. He dealt with anger and hurt following the loss of his mother. Today, he savors his job. "I know life is hard, but I could be doing something else right now," Jackson said. "I love doing this. I'm enjoying every minute of it. Every chance I get to shoot, pass or run up and down this court, I get a rush out of this." Sacramento Bee

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