article_snippet: From 2007 to 2009 Jackson played for Spartak Moscow on a multi-million dollar contract.
article_snippet: Jackson was Australia's flag-bearer at the 2012 London Olympics .
article_snippet: It seemed that it was only while playing on the basketball court that Jackson could make Jackson own decisions.
article_snippet: The 33-year-old is hoping Jackson will be fit to play for Australia in next year's Rio OIympics after being Jackson country's flag bearer for London 2012 .
article_snippet: Last week the 33-year-old - who plays for the Seattle Storm in the US - had Jackson sixth knee operation in the last 12 months, but despite this Jackson still wants to play for Australia at next year's Rio Olympics.
article_snippet: Jackson shimmering record includes playing in four Olympic Games and winning three silver and one bronze medal, according to basketballaustralia.
article_snippet: Olympic gold has remained an elusive dream.
article_snippet: But whatever the future holds Olympic gold Jackson time living and playing in Russia that has made an indelible mark on Jackson.
article_snippet: Jackson is currently recovering from injury and has had six operations in the last 12 months .
highlights_snippet: From 2007 to 2009 Jackson played for Spartak Moscow in Russia .
  
highlights_snippet: In four Jackson has won three silver medals and a bronze .