Majok Majok joins Tasmania JackJumpers as NRP player

A two-time NBL champion has signed with the Tasmania JackJumpers as injury cover for a star big man. See the details.

The Tasmania JackJumpers look to have completed its roster ahead of NBL24 with the signing of Majok Majok as a Nominated Replacement Player.

A two-time NBL champion, Majok’s signing appears to be one made as cover for injured big man Will Magnay who is currently recovering from a foot injury.

JackJumpers Co-CEO Jorrick Chivers said Majok’s experience and size will be a great addition to the roster.

Majok Majok has won NBL championships at both Melbourne United and Perth Wildcats. AAP Image/Dean Lewins)

“Majok is a great inclusion to our program with his size and athleticism, and we’re excited to bring in someone of his talent and experience,” Chivers said.

“He will be a great addition especially while Majok Deng and Junior Madut are on national duties at the World Cup, and to give Will Magnay ample time to recover from his foot injury.

“He has that defensive mindset we pride ourselves on, providing strong rim protection.”

The 30-year-old centre will join the group from this week and be contracted as an NRP, meaning he can be elevated to the active roster and suit up for games if another player is injured.

Majok was born in South Sudan and moved to Australia with his family at 8 years old.

His professional career began in Europe before suiting up for Melbourne United, New Zealand Breakers and Perth Wildcats in the NBL, winning a championship in 2018 with United and in 2020 with Perth.

Majok has just completed the NBL1 North season with North Gold Coast Seahawks, where he was second in the League for rebounds, averaging 11.7 rebounds per game.