Who is Jarvis Jackson? Husband of WNBA Star Kara Braxton

Kara Braxton, former WNBA player and two-time champion, tragically died in a car accident in Atlanta at the age of 43. She is survived by her husband, Jarvis Jackson, and their two sons, Thurman and Jream Jackson.

Jarvis Jackson is known primarily for being Kara Braxton’s spouse and the father of her children. Though he keeps a low public profile, he has been by Braxton’s side throughout her post-WNBA life, supporting her family and raising their sons after her retirement from professional basketball.

Kara Braxton: A Life in Basketball

Born on February 18, 1983, in Jackson, Michigan, Kara Braxton spent her high school years at Westview High School in Beaverton, Oregon, where she earned Oregon Gatorade Player of the Year honors as a senior.

She played college basketball at the University of Georgia for two-and-a-half seasons before entering the WNBA Draft. Braxton had a 10-season career, playing for:

• Detroit Shock

• Tulsa Shock

• Phoenix Mercury

• New York Liberty

Braxton won two WNBA championships, in 2006 and 2007, and was named to the All-Rookie team in 2005.

Life After Basketball

After retiring from professional basketball, Braxton worked for Nike in Oregon before relocating to the Atlanta area. She is remembered not only for her basketball achievements but also for her dedication to her family.

Her eldest son, Jelani Thurman, played as a tight end for Ohio State’s football team, which won the national championship in 2024.

Public Tributes

The WNBA and Braxton’s former teams paid tribute to her on social media. The New York Liberty wrote that her “presence and passion left a lasting impact on our organization and the women’s game.” Fans and teammates alike remembered her as a champion both on and off the court.

Jarvis Jackson, while private, will continue to honor Kara Braxton’s legacy alongside their sons, Thurman and Jream Jackson.