Another big name is out at Espn after this week’s news that longtime NBA broadcaster Mark Jackson has been let go by the company.

The move is just the latest of a part of high-profile layoffs at the sports media giant. On Tuesday, Jackson confirmed on social media that he was let go by ESPN on Tuesday after “15+ years” with the company. The former NBA player and coach had served as the network’s top Analyst for NBA game broadcasts and will reportedly be replaced by former Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers, who will work alongside Doris Burke and Mike Breen.

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Jackson wrote in a statement that he was “shocked and dismayed” at the sudden nature of the decision, but thanked the company and staff from his time there.

ESPN made headlines in recent weeks after laying off some of its biggest on-air personalities, with cuts coming across a variety of platforms. The layoffs hit their peak in the first week of July and appeared to have subsided. However, almost a month later, the company is continuing to slash staff.

Jackson joins a long list of prominent TV personalities who have been laid off in recent weeks:

• Suzy Kolber, longtime NFL host
• Todd McShay, NFL Draft analyst
• Keyshawn Johnson, Nfl Analyst and former player
• Jeff Van Gundy, NBA broadcaster and former coach
• Jalen Rose, NBA analyst and former player
• Max Kellerman, TV personality, former “First Take” co-host
• Joon Lee, staff writer
• Rob Ninkovich, NFL analyst and former Patriots player
• Neil Everett, longtime SportsCenter Anchor
• David Pollack, College football analyst and former player
• Chris Chelios, NFL analyst and Hall of Famer player
• Nick Fridell, NBA reporter
• Matt Hasselbeck, NFL analyst and former quarterback
• Steve Young, NFL analyst and Hall of Fame Quarterback
• Jason Fitz, radio host
• Ashley Brewer, SportsCenter anchor
• LaPhonso Ellis, college basketball analyst, former player
• Jordan Cornette, college basketball analyst
• Andre Ward, Boxing analyst and former champion
• Doug Kezirian, betting analyst
• Vince Carter (potentially), NBA panelist and former player
• Gene Wojciechowski, college football reporter

Here’s Jackson’s full statement on social media:

“This morning, unexpectedly, I was informed that my services were no longer needed at ESPN. Although shocked and dismayed with the suddenness of it all, I would like to thank ESPN and all the staff of the NBA ESPN crew for allowing me to be a part of the organization for the past 15+ years. I would also like to thank the NBA fans watching at home and in the arenas throughout the league for all of your support. To the NBA, a heartfelt thank you for allowing a kid to continue to accomplish his dreams.

“It has been an honor to sit beside two LEGENDS in the business, who are like brothers to me, Mike Breen and Jeff Van Gundy, and learn so much from them. Lisa Salters is a GOAT and like a sister to me and I’m so proud of the work she continues to do. To the best producer in the world, and my friend, Tim Corrigan, I give the utmost gratitude and thanks for always inspiring and supporting me. To all of the staff and crew, that may have never been seen on camera… please know that you were always seen by me and so greatly appreciated.

“Finally, I wish greater measures of success to the new ESPN team. May they continue to elevate this game that has given me a home and a life. I leave ESPN with nothing but gratitude, all the while knowing that my highest praise goes to God! Through it all, He has always sustained me and His grace allows me to know that there are greater blessings ahead. I look forward to what He has in store next.

“Blessings, Mark J”

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