Stephen Jesse Jackson is an American former professional basketball player. He is also a civil rights activist. Stephen was drafted in 2000 to the NBA by the New Jersey Nets and went on to compete in the league for 14 years. He has also played for Golden State Warriors, Indiana Pacers, Milwaukee Bucks, Los Angeles Clippers, and San Antonio Spurs with whom he won the Championship in 2003. Stephen is also a rapper and goes by the stage name, “Stak5”.

Stephen has many incredible tattoo designs covering his body. Let us take a look at them and the meanings they hold.

Left Arm Tattoos

1. ‘Flame’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The player’s left shoulder has a flaming pattern on it that covers an irregular shape. There is also a woman tattooed with the design.

2. ‘RIP’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is a tiny cross tattooed on Stephen’s left arm along with the words, “RIP Kevin Chang Boss Man”

Meaning: The tattoo of the cross with the words is a tribute tattoo.

3. ‘MOB’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is a basketball tattooed on his left arm with his initials on it. The tattoo design also has the names, “Cameron and Stephen” tattooed with it and a banner below the design reads, “M.O.B”

Meaning: The tattoo of the ball on his arm represents his love for the game. Cameron is the name of Stephen’s son.

4. ‘Woman’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The side of his left forearm has a large tattoo of a woman on it. There is also a portrait of a dog tattooed near his left wrist and a banner with the words, “West Side” on it above the tattoo of the woman.

Abdomen Tattoos

5. ‘Bird’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is a bird tattooed on the left side of Stephen’s neck.

Meaning: The tattoo of a bird represents freedom, peace, and happiness.

6. ‘Character’ Tattoo

Tattoo: There is a Chinese character tattooed on his neck as well.

7. ‘Brothers’ Tattoo

Tattoo: The left side of the player’s chest has a tattoo of two hands, bumping their fists wrapped in a bandana that reads, “BROTHERS“. There is a tiny drop dripping down from the bandana as well. There are also two paragraphs tattooed on each of his shoulders.