Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Strikes for team-high 23 in loss
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Jackson amassed 23 points (9-24 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 2-4 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 35 minutes during Friday's 128-108 loss to the Clippers.
The 25-year-old forward led the Grizzlies in scoring as he begins to regain his form. It's only the second time in five games since returning from an ankle injury that Jackson has topped 20 points, and over that span he's averaging 18.6 points, 3.8 boards, 1.8 steals, 1.8 threes, 1.4 assists and 1.0 blocks.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Efficient on offense Saturday
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Jackson recorded 31 points (13-18 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 33 minutes during Saturday's 125-91 victory over the Heat.
Jackson had to deal with Bam Adebayo on both ends of the court, but he put together an impressive all-around night. This was his 12th performance with at least 30 points this season, and Jackson took advantage of the absence of Ja Morant (shoulder) to play a more prominent role on offense. Even if Morant returns against the Kings on Monday, Jackson will continue to operate as one of the top options offensively.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Brings defense in return
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Jackson provided 13 points (4-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four steals, three rebounds and two blocks across 28 minutes in Friday's 133-124 loss to the Cavaliers.
Back in action after missing the last six games due to a Grade 2 left ankle sprain, Jackson nearly matched his season-long average of 29.4 minutes per game. He handled a substandard 15.3 percent usage rate while Ja Morant (44 points on 22 field-goal attempts) dominated the ball for Memphis, but Jackson made his mark on the defensive end, falling just one steal shy of matching his season high. Fantasy managers who elected not to activate Jackson on Friday should wait to do so until his status for Saturday's game against the Heat is clarified. The Grizzlies haven't offered an indication that Jackson will be held out for the second leg of the back-to-back set, though it wouldn't be surprising if he was rested coming off the injury.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Cleared to return Friday
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Jackson (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Jackson missed the Grizzlies' last five games due to a left ankle sprain, but he has progressed enough in his recovery to return to action Friday. His return will likely result in GG Jackson shifting to a reserve role.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Questionable to play Friday
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Jackson (ankle) is questionable to play Friday against the Cavaliers.
Jackson has missed the last five games for Memphis due to his ankle injury, and he may potentially miss a sixth if he is ruled out. Since Santi Aldama (calf) is also sidelined, expect GG Jackson to remain in the starting lineup if Jackson can't play Friday.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Takes part in shootaround, still out
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Jackson (ankle), who has already been ruled out for Friday's game against Dallas, was on the floor for Friday's morning shootaround, Chris Herrington of The Daily Memphian reports.
While Jackson's presence on the court would seem to be an encouraging sign, he still appears to be week-to-week while he recovers from a Grade 2 left ankle sprain, which he sustained in Monday's 132-130 loss to the Hawks. Before going down with the injury, Jackson was in the midst of a career-best season, and over his last 10 appearances, he had averaged 22.5 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.9 blocks and 1.1 steals across 30.7 minutes per contest. Santi Aldama (calf) has missed the Grizzlies' last two games, but when healthy, he'll likely step in as Jackson's main replacement as the team's starting power forward.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Diagnosed with Grade 2 ankle sprain
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Jackson is considered week-to-week after being diagnosed with a Grade 2 left ankle sprain Tuesday, Mark Medina of TheSportingTribune.com reports.
Jackson looked to be in considerable pain after spraining his left ankle during the Grizzlies' 132-130 loss to the Hawks on Monday, and the injury is severe enough for him to be sidelined for multiple games. Santi Aldama (calf), Brandon Clarke, Jay Huff and GG Jackson all stand to see their minutes and roles increase due to the absence of Jackson.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Doesn't return vs. Atlanta
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Jackson (ankle) didn't return during Monday's 132-130 loss to the Hawks. He recorded no counting stats across two minutes before exiting to the locker room.
Jackson sustained the left ankle injury while attempting to contest a shot at the basket, and he appeared to be in a considerable amount of pain while limping back to the locker room. The star big man's status will be something to monitor ahead of Wednesday's game against the Thunder, and the Grizzlies are expected to provide more details on the injury after further evaluation of Jackson's ankle.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Doubtful to return vs. Atlanta
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Jackson is doubtful to return during Monday's matchup against the Hawks due to a left ankle injury.
Jackson recorded no counting stats across two minutes before heading to the locker room. The big man went to contest a shot, but he landed on an opposing player's foot and appeared to be in a considerable amount of pain while limping back to the locker room. If Jackson remains on the sideline, Brandon Clarke and GG Jackson should see an uptick in playing time the rest of the way.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Leaves for locker room Monday
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Jackson sustained an apparent left ankle injury in the first quarter of Monday's game against the Hawks and limped to the locker room, Drew Hill of The Daily Memphian reports.
Jackson went to contest a shot and landed on an opposing player's foot before limping back to the locker room. The big man struggled to get off the court, and if he remains sidelined for the remainder of the game, Brandon Clarke, GG Jackson and Jay Huff are candidates for a bump in minutes.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Scores season-high 42 points
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Jackson had 42 points (15-25 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals in 35 minutes during Saturday's 130-128 loss to the Spurs.
Jackson embraced a bigger role on offense due to the absence of Ja Morant (shoulder) and Desmond Bane (hip), and he responded by posting a new season-high mark in scoring. This was the 11th time Jackson scored at least 30 points this season, and the big man continues to enjoy a career-best season in several metrics. He's averaging 23.1 points, 5.9 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game across 58 starts.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Team-high 22 points in loss
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Jackson registered 22 points (9-18 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-6 FT), three rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 25 minutes during Sunday's 129-123 loss to the Cavaliers.
Jackson led the Grizzlies with 22 points to go with a full stat line. Across his last nine contests, the star big man has averaged 22.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.9 blocks, 1.0 steals and 2.0 three-pointers in 30.1 minutes. Jackson was charged with five fouls Sunday and picked up his fourth early in the third quarter, which was a big reason why he was limited to just 25 minutes.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Gets starting nod in All-Star Game
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Jackson will start for Kenny's Young Stars against Chuck's Global Stars in the first game of the NBA All-Star Game Tournament, Tim Reynolds of Associated Press reports.
It's the second time Jackson has been named an All-Star. He's averaging 23.0 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 1.6 blocks and 1.3 steals over 29.8 minutes per game this season.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Quickly returns Sunday
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Jackson (face) returned for the start of the second quarter of Sunday's game against the Bucks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Jackson was bleeding from his cheek bone after taking an inadvertent elbow from Ryan Rollins. Jackson briefly went to the locker room, but he is back on the floor for the second frame.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Exits game due to facial injury
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Jackson (face) went to the locker room in the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Bucks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Jackson took an inadvertent elbow to the face from Ryan Rollins, which caused the former to start bleeding from his cheek bone and resulted in him going back to the locker room. Jackson will likely be back on the floor at some point in the second quarter once he receives stitches.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Strong two-way showing
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Jackson supplied 21 points (7-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Thursday's 120-119 victory over Houston.
Jackson celebrated his All-Star nod with an excellent showing in this tight win over Houston. Even though he didn't fill the stat sheet as he's routinely done of late, he still found a way to extend his impressive scoring stretch. Jackson has reached the 20-point mark in each of his last six games, a span in which he's averaging 24.2 points per contest while shooting 55.8 percent from the floor.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Efficient in win over Utah
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Jackson amassed 28 points (10-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 6-9 FT), three rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 30 minutes during Saturday's 125-103 win over the Jazz.
The Grizzlies cruised to an easy 22-point win over the Jazz on Saturday and Jackson played a prominent role, missing just four of his 14 shots from the floor despite dealing with an imposing frontcourt of Lauri Markkanen and Walker Kessler. Jackson has been nothing short of outstanding in recent weeks and is averaging 24.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.6 blocks and 1.3 steals per game over his last 10 outings while reaching the 20-point mark in each of the last four.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Records double-double Monday
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Jackson supplied 24 points (9-17 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 10 rebounds, two blocks and one steal in 32 minutes during Monday's 108-106 win over Minnesota.
Jackson continues establishing himself as one of the most consistent big men in the Western Conference. While he lacks the star power of other players in the position, there's no question he's having an excellent year. The numbers back him up, as Jackson is averaging 24.3 points, 7.1 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.6 blocks and 1.4 steals per game across nine outings since the beginning of January.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Strong defensive showing Monday
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Jackson recorded 17 points (6-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), two rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 30 minutes during Monday's 120-118 loss to Houston.
The 25-year-old forward failed to score more than 20 points for the first time in January and tied his season low in rebounds, but Jackson still contributed with his defense. Over his last 10 games, he's averaging 26.2 points, 7.7 boards, 3.7 assists, 1.8 steals, 1.8 blocks and 1.7 threes.
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Grizzlies' Jaren Jackson: Season-high six blocks vs. Houston
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Jackson closed with 21 points (9-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, six blocks and two steals in 34 minutes during Thursday's 119-115 loss to the Rockets.
Jackson was able to play through a sore left thigh Thursday and finished as the Grizzlies' second-leading scorer behind Ja Morant (27). Jackson was dominant on the defensive side of the floor, logging a season-high six blocks for the 11th time in his NBA career. Since Dec. 1, Jackson has averaged 23.1 points, 7.0 rebounds, 2.9 assists, 1.7 blocks and 1.7 steals over 29.9 minutes per game.
