Reggie Jackson backs himself to star at Oklahoma City Thunder

Oklahoma City Thunder reserve point guard Reggie Jackson has backed himself to shine ahead of the forthcoming NBA season.

Jackson has failed to nail down a number one spot at the franchise so far, but has made it clear that he believes he has the ability to be a top performer in the NBA.

"I've always had confidence in myself," said Jackson, according to BasketballInsiders.com.

"I've definitely had doubts in myself, but most of the time, I'm a very confident individual. I believe I put in the work, and I believe I'm blessed by my God to do some miraculous things.

"I think we all have [been blessed] in life, and we've just got to find out what it is. I just want to go out there and compete, and I guess that's probably where my competitive nature comes from."

The Thunder's first game of the new campaign sees them face the Portland Trail Blazers on October 29.