The fire in Stephen Jackson hasn’t cooled down one bit–not on the court, not in the locker room, and certainly not on social media. “I’ma find out too this weekend and report back to y’all too…” Renowned for his unfiltered voice and strict zeal, the former NBA champion turned BIG3 coach once more came under careful scrutiny. Only this time, it wasn’t because of a game-winning play or a podcast hot take. It was something far more intimate and full of aggression.
The coach of the DMV Trilogy has never been shy about calling out underperformance. But when a profanity-laced tirade followed a tight 46-50 loss to Houston Rig Hands made its way online, the backlash wasn’t just about the language or the rage; it was about breach of trust. Jackson was furious not only at his squad but also at whoever pulled the curtains on a moment that wasn’t meant to be seen. The clip was taken from inside a supposedly private locker room.
What followed was a furious Instagram story from Jackson. His message? Clear and personal: “The locker room is off-limits, so it shouldn’t be nobody back there recording,” he said, before warning he would “find out who the snitch was… I’ll see you this weekend.” For the 47-year-old, the sanctity of the locker room, where strategies, frustrations, and emotions intertwine, had been violated. And Jackson wasn’t going to let it slide. “It’s not even my video. It’s other stuff that go on back there that should never see the light of day in them locker rooms.” Jackson’s voice has a reason, and he justified it next to what hurt him.
“There’s a lot of stuff that go on that should never hit, but you know what?” This might not be the last time someone leaks out things that are supposed to stay within the four walls! No matter how strong Jackson tries to be, the situation has touched his raw nerve. The coach, low, added, “If I feel disrespected, I’ma flash out again,” he added, defending the emotional charge behind his outburst. “I don’t give a f— who like it.”
Stephen Jackson in June 2020.
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Jackson criticising his team in the viral video itself used comments like, “Same b—, n—– be at the hotel, begging me for s—,” and the now-infamous, “One of you ns is gonna get burned f—– with me… Google me, b——.” The reaction went beyond tone to include visibility. For someone who guided Trilogy to BIG3 titles in 2021 and 2022, this was more than simply a loss on the court—this was a PR inferno.
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While Jackson dealt with locker room leaks, another social media twist fueled the fire. The parody account NBA Centel, notorious for fake NBA quotes, took a creative liberty with Jackson’s viral video. In a since-deleted post, Central modified the coach’s rant with a fabricated quote: “I’m from the trenches, O Block rock with me. Google me b—–.” Another outburst was triggered by the mention of O Block, a Chicago neighbourhood with a violent history. And you can’t keep the already furious man, Jackson, away from this.
“U clout chasin b—. U know I didn’t say nothing like that,” Jackson fumed online, vowing to track down the person behind the account. “Your days are numbered. Wallahi.” His response was in line with Kevin Durant’s, who first used the phrase “you got Centel’d” to describe his fall for the satirical narrative of the account.
U clout chasin bitch. U know I didn’t say nothing like that but u post it for clout. I will find out who runs this page. U niggas sad no talent so u gotta make up shit. Your days are numbered. Wallahi
— Stephen Jackson (Stak5) (@DaTrillStak5) June 15, 2025
It’s been a tumultuous week for former NBA stars in general. Early on in the Big3 opener, Dwight Howard and Lance Stephenson were spotted fighting physically. DeMarcus Cousins clashed with supporters and had his Puerto Rican contract terminated. The BIG3 was supposed to be a place for memory and redemption, but it’s turned into a place where costly errors go viral and anger grows, and the league has just concluded its first week.
Still, for Stephen Jackson, the story stays personal. He is not new to conflict, but this one is about principle. “The locker room is sacred,” he emphasized again online, making it clear that moments like these—raw and unfiltered are not meant for the consumption of the fans. Whether it’s rogue footage or social media parody, Jackson is prepared to confront it all head-on.
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