...dealt with his share of hotheads and ego maniacs. He believes he can handle a disgruntled Stephen Jackson and has no concerns that the emotional swingman and captain will give it his best every...

Indiana Pacers' Stephen Jackson (1) is escorted off the court by following their fight with the Detroit Pistons and fans...

Indiana Pacers forward Stephen Jackson, left, (with headband) stands next to Fred Jones (20) as he shouts at Detroit Pistons' Rasheed...

ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 16: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Charlotte Bobcats drives against the Orlando Magic during the game on November 16...

Orlando Magic forward Rashard Lewis, right, looks for an opening as Charlotte Bobcats forward Stephen Jackson defends during the second half of an NBA basketball game in Orlando, Fla., Monday, Nov. 16...

November 8, 2009; Sacramento, CA, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Stephen Jackson (1) during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at the ARCO Arena. The Kings defeated...

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SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 17: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Golden State Warriors reacts during a preseason game against the Sacramento Kings at...

SACRAMENTO, CA - OCTOBER 17: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during a preseason game against the Sacramento Kings...

LOS ANGELES, CA - MARCH 23: Kobe Bryant #24of the Los Angeles Lakers defends Stephen Jackson #1 of the Golden State Warriors at Staples Center on March 23, 2008 in Los Angeles...

In this Feb. 21, 2009, file photo, Golden State Warriors' Stephen Jackson (1) looks to pass as coach Don Nelson looks on behind him during the second half...

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Golden State Warriors poses for a portrait during 2009 NBA Media Day on...

OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 28: Stephen Jackson #1 and Monta Ellis #8 of the Golden State Warriors share a laugh at the team...

DALLAS - MARCH 25: Stephen Jackson #1 of the Golden State Warriors stands on the court during the game against the Dallas...

NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 20: Stephen Jackson #1 and Head Coach Don Nelson of the Golden State Warriors talk during the game against...