It appears that Australian basketball icon Lauren Jackson is set to conclude her WNBA journey as a one-club athlete, having signed a new multi-year agreement with the Seattle Storm.
On Wednesday, the three-time WNBA Most Valuable Player shared the news about her contract extension, although specifics about the deal remain undisclosed.
In April, Jackson revealed her arrangement with Seattle, allowing her to forgo the first half of the 2012 season to focus on Australia’s preparations for the London Olympics.
Nevertheless, a hip injury sustained in June sidelined the 30-year-old Jackson for most of the 2011 season.
Seattle remains optimistic that she can make a return prior to the playoffs; however, the impact of the injury and this new agreement on their prior arrangement is currently uncertain.
Jackson has been instrumental in leading Seattle to two championships, including a dominant playoff performance last season. She earned the league MVP award in 2003, 2007, and 2010.
The Australian women’s Olympic team, featuring Jackson, secured a silver medal at the 2008 Beijing Games.
by Buford Balony