Herrington: Grizzlies confront imperfect answers to the absence of Jaren Jackson Jr.
Jaren Jackson Jr., seen here in August, is out with an injury as the season begins. How will the Grizz fill that Jackson-shaped hole in the lineup? (Ashley Landis/AP file)
Chris Herrington
Chris Herrington covers the Memphis Grizzlies and writes about Memphis culture, food, and civic life. He lives in the Vollintine-Evergreen neighborhood of Midtown with his wife, two kids, and two dogs.
Here are some scenarios as the Grizzlies await his return.
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