Jackson has been ruled out for Friday's exhibition against the Hornets due to an ankle injury, Chris Herrington of The Daily Memphian reports.
Head coach Tuomas Iisalo said that Jackson tweaked his ankle during Friday's preseason win over the Bulls, so he'll miss Friday's preseason finale and will be listed as "day-to-day." For now, he should be considered questionable for Wednesday's regular season opener against the Jazz.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Leads bench in scoring Friday
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Jackson finished Friday's 104-100 preseason win over the Bulls with 14 points (5-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block over 17 minutes.
Jackson ended up leading the Grizzlies in field-goal attempts and finished Friday's exhibition contest as the team's second-leading scorer behind Ty Jerome (16 points). Jackson has enjoyed some success in Memphis since being selected by the franchise in the second round of the 2023 NBA Draft, though he figures to be limited to a bench role given the offseason additions of Cameron Boozer (2026 Draft) and Jerami Grant (trade).
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Logs 15 points from bench
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Jackson posted 15 points (5-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and a steal across 14 minutes during Wednesday's 122-118 preseason loss to the Magic.
Jackson followed up a strong preseason debut with another strong scoring night and also contributed on the glass. He's in the final year of his contract and fighting for minutes in a crowded wing rotation that added Jerami Grant in the offseason, so continuing his steady preseason work is his best chance to move up the depth chart.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Notches 14 points in preseason
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Jackson recorded 14 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 16 minutes during Monday's 132-123 preseason win over Atlanta.
Jackson provided instant offense and didn't commit a turnover during his limited action. He's not considered a favorite for a starting spot, but performances like Monday's could help him earn minutes in a crowded wing and forward rotation.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Faces competition for steady playing time
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With Cameron Boozer, Karim Lopez (undisclosed) and Jerami Grant now in the mix, Jackson faces increased competition for playing time in the 2026-27 campaign.
The Grizzlies are expected to focus on developing their young talent this season, though Jackson still faces plenty of competition for minutes. Memphis drafted Boozer and Lopez in June before acquiring Grant in the Ja Morant deal later that month. Jackson has flashed potential throughout his time in the NBA, which the Grizzlies rewarded this summer by exercising his $2.4 million team option. The 21-year-old's long-term upside could help him retain a meaningful role, but he isn't guaranteed steady minutes when the team is at full strength. Jackson is coming off a solid season for an injury-riddled Grizzlies squad in 2025-26, averaging 12.5 points, 4.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.4 combined steals-plus-blocks while shooting 49.6 percent from the field across 21.4 minutes per game in 55 regular-season appearances (28 starts).
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Team option exercised
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The Grizzlies exercised Jackson's (knee) $2.4 million team option Monday, Jake Fischer of BleacherReport.com reports.
Jackson has shown flashes offensively but struggled to stay healthy and put everything together in his first three seasons. However, the Grizzlies are still believers in his long-term upside. Across 55 regular-season contests in 2025-26, he averaged 12.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists on 49.6 percent shooting from the field.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Out for finale
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Jackson (knee) is out for Sunday's season finale against the Rockets.
Jackson will be sidelined for a third consecutive game to end his 2025-26 campaign. Jackson started the year slowly but picked things up once the Grizzlies committed to a rebuild. Over his final 27 appearances, he averaged 17.0 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.0 blocks in 25.8 minutes.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Absent from injury report
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Jackson (knee) is available for Monday's game versus Cleveland.
After missing Sunday's loss to Milwaukee with left knee soreness, Jackson has been removed from the injury report. He's looking to extend a streak of double-digit scoring games to 23 straight Monday, with Jackson averaging 18.2 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.0 blocks in 26.0 minutes per game during this streak.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Doubtful for Sunday
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Jackson is doubtful to play Sunday in Milwaukee due to left knee soreness.
Taylor Hendricks will likely be starting and getting all the run he can handle Sunday evening with Jackson out. There should also be more minutes available for Taj Gibson.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Erupts for season-high 30 in loss
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Jackson finished with 30 points (10-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 7-9 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block in 30 minutes during Friday's 128-96 loss to the Raptors.
The third-year forward led all scorers on the night, but only two other Grizzlies even scored in double digits in the rout. Jackson is having an impressive surge to close out the campaign, scoring 10-plus points in 21 straight appearances since the All-Star break while averaging 18.0 points, 5.3 boards, 1.8 assists, 1.4 threes and 1.0 blocks in only 25.6 minutes a contest and shooting 51.3 percent from the floor.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Leads Memphis in scoring
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Jackson closed with 26 points (9-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 6-6 FT) and three rebounds across 30 minutes during Monday's 146-107 loss to the Hawks.
Jackson was coming off a 19-point output in the loss to Charlotte on Saturday, and the third-year veteran delivered an even better performance in this 39-point defeat. Jackson surpassed the 25-point mark just for the second time this season -- and first since Feb. 21. Jackson has scored in double digits in his 10 appearances in March, averaging 17.1 points per game in that stretch.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Puts up 19 points in loss
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Jackson ended Saturday's 124-101 loss to the Hornets with 19 points (7-14 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 24 minutes.
Jackson was one of the few standout performers for the Grizzlies in this blowout loss, and while he posted a decent scoring line, his struggles from three-point range are worrisome. The Grizzlies don't have much to play for in the final stages of the season, so Jackson is one of several young players who should continue to see steady minutes. That said, his recent injury history might lead the Grizzlies to rest him at times. He's been productive when available, as this was his fifth straight game with at least 15 points.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Available to play Saturday
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Jackson (knee) has been cleared to play in Saturday's game against the Hornets.
Jackson is available to return for the second leg of Memphis' back-to-back set after sitting out Friday's loss to Boston due to left knee soreness. His return likely shifts Taylor Hendricks back to a reserve role, though the Grizzlies may still look to monitor Jackson's workload given the quick turnaround and his recent history with lower-body ailments.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Ruled out for Friday
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Jackson (knee) won't play Friday against the Celtics.
Taylor Hendricks will likely return to the starting lineup for Friday's game, and he should get all the run he can handle as one of the only true bigs available for Memphis. Jackson's next chance to play will come Saturday in Charlotte, and for now, he should be considered questionable for that one.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Off injury report for Wednesday
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Jackson (foot) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Nuggets.
Jackson is available to return from a two-game absence with right foot soreness. The third-year forward is worthy of roster consideration in most fantasy leagues, and he has averaged 15.7 points, 6.0 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.3 blocks in 25.3 minutes per contest over his last seven games.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Ruled out Monday
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Jackson (foot) won't play Monday night against the Bulls.
Jackson was added to the team's injury report as doubtful ahead of Monday's matchup, so the fact that he's since been downgraded to out is not much of a surprise. He'll miss a second consecutive game while dealing with right foot soreness. Rayan Rupert and Taylor Hendricks should have a chance to join the starting lineup in Jackson's stead.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Doubtful for Monday
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Jackson (foot) is doubtful for Monday's game against the Bulls.
Jackson will likely miss a second straight game due to right foot soreness. Taylor Hendricks figures to see an expanded role if Jackson is officially ruled out.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Dealing with foot soreness
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Jackson (foot) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons.
After posting 20 points (8-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one block over 31 minutes during Thursday's 120-112 loss to Dallas, Jackson is in danger of missing the second half of Memphis' back-to-back set. If he's sidelined, Taylor Hendricks would likely be the primary beneficiary.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Returning to first unit
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Jackson will start Thursday's game against Dallas.
Jackson came off the bench Tuesday in Philly, but he'll rejoin the starting lineup Thursday evening, bumping Taylor Hendricks back to a reserve role. There will be plenty of minutes to go around for both Jackson and Hendricks considering Memphis has only seven active players for Thursday's matchup.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Reverting to bench Tuesday
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Jackson is not in the Grizzlies' starting lineup against the 76ers on Tuesday.
Jackson has started in each of the Grizzlies' last eight games (and 14 of the last 15 contests). However, the third-year pro will come off the bench for Tuesday's contest while Taylor Hendricks enters the starting five. Since the All-Star break, Jackson has averaged 17.5 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.4 threes and 1.3 blocks over 25.5 minutes per game.
