George Flyod Stephen Jackson. Former NBA player Stephen Jackson was emotional as he mourned the loss of his friend George Floyd - who was killed while being arrested by Minneapolis police officers Monday. The senseless murder of beloved Minneapolis security guard and Houston, Texas native George Floyd is still sending shockwaves of rage throughout the nation.

Stephen Jackson Mourns Death of 'Twin,' George Floyd.
Stephen Jackson's fight for justice in the killing of George Floyd — an unarmed black man who was murdered by a Minneapolis police officer — is deeply personal.
George Floyd's family has been outspoken in the days since the Minneapolis man was killed by police in the city, and his famous friend has joined the outcry. George Floyd died Monday while in police custody, with video of his death sparking outrage across the nation and violent protests in Minneapolis.. In an interview with the Today show, the retired NBA star spoke about his close relationship with George, who he called his best friend and twin, as well as his ongoing pursuit of justice for his murder.