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Ex-basketball star Lauren Jackson has shared some beautiful baby news.

Lauren Jackson has confirmed she’s pregnant with her first child.

Revealing the beautiful news to close friends and family last week, the ex-basketball star thanked her fans and loved ones for their support over what she called “a very exciting time”.

While her stellar career was cut short by a debilitating knee injury in March, Jackson left the sport renowned as one of the world’s greatest ever female basketballers.

The towering 35-year-old represented Australia in four Olympics, and won most valuable player awards in four separate continents – Australia, the United States, Europe and Asia.

Prior to walking away from the game, Jackson, who grew up in Albury NSW, told Fairfax about her plans to have a family.

“Absolutely I want to have a family … If I don’t do some work to get my knee strong, regardless of what happens with the Olympics, I’m not sure if I’d be able to play one-on-one with my kids in the backyard,” she said.

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“That’s something I experienced in my childhood and I loved. I definitely want to be able to share with my children [in the future]. Whatever sport they might choose, I want to be a part of it and be active.”

Speaking to The Border Mailfather Gary Jackson said he was “very, very pleased with the whole thing.”

While the baby’s sex remains a secret, it’s reported Jackson is due to give birth early next year.

Congratulations, Lauren Jackson!