The Sports Informant

Former Sacramento Kings guard Bobby Jackson paid his dues with the team for years. Now the Kings want to pay him back.

The Sacramento Kings will honor the career of fan favorite Bobby Jackson with Bobby Jackson Night presented by Cache Creek at the Kings vs. Spurs game on April 6.

Bobby Jackson, center, was a team leader for the Kings despite his smaller stature physically. (Photo courtesy Kurt Garcia)

“Along with all the rest of our fans, I’m looking forward with a great deal of excitement to having a night for Bobby, who is one of the most popular Kings to ever put on a Sacramento uniform,” said Kings President of Basketball Operations Geoff Petrie. “There are so many tremendous memories of his performances at ARCO and with his teammates that I’m sure it’ll be an enjoyable night for everybody.”

A special $24 Bobby Jackson ticket package has been created for this game only and includes an exclusive pregame question and answer session with Jackson and a ticket to the game. The first 10,000 fans in attendance will receive a commemorative Cache Creek Bobby Jackson poster.

“I’m thrilled to be honored by the Sacramento Kings,” Jackson said. “The Kings organization and their fans have treated me like family since day one, and I’m humbled by the recognition. Some of the best moments in my career happened in this city, and I can’t wait to relive them with the fans.”

Bobby Jackson Night presented by Cache Creek will honor Jackson’s great career with video tributes highlighting his 6th Man award-winning season, his dedication to the community and testimonials from former teammates.

Fans can purchase tickets to Bobby Jackson Night presented by Cache Creek on April 6 by clicking here, calling (888) 91-KINGS or visiting the ARCO Arena Box Office.