There are 413 article(s) tagged Jaren Jackson Jr.:

• April 2024

  • Herrington: Memphis Grizzlies 2024 offseason roster rankings, Part 2

    Monday, Chris Herrington counted down from No. 18 to No. 9. Today, the eight most valuable members of the Grizzlies’ roster.

    By Chris Herrington April 23, 2024

  • Grizzlies podcast: Discussing different ‘Jackson’ breakthrough seasons, Jaren and GG

    Chris Herrington is joined by independent basketball (and more) writer Matt Hrdlicka, a frequent Daily Memphian Grizzlies podcast guest. 

    By Chris Herrington April 19, 2024

  • Herrington: Jaren Jackson Jr.'s production soared this season, but the perfect balance still awaits

    Herrington breaks down Jaren Jackson’s usage and availability, scoring and shooting, passing, rebounding and defense and looks ahead to next season.

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    Grizzlies Insider: Taylor Jenkins impressed by Scotty Pippen Jr. in two-way stint

    By Chris Herrington April 09, 2024

  • Grizzlies podcast: Bigs past, present, and future

    Drew Hill and Chris Herrington compare Grizzlies eras, look at the draft prospects in the Final Four and discuss what Brandon Clarke’s efficiency means for the franchise moving forward. 

    By Drew Hill, Chris Herrington April 03, 2024

  • Brandon Clarke, Jaren Jackson Jr. lead comeback victory over Pistons

    Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 40 points and Brandon Clarke had a huge fourth quarter to lead the Grizzlies’ comeback victory over the Pistons in Detroit. 

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    Box score: Grizzlies 110, Pistons 108

    Grizzlies Insider: UConn’s Donovan Clingan is the pick among Grizzlies fans. Is the team on board?

    Marc Gasol on a might-have-been Grizzlies return, his last game at FedExForum and winning a title for ‘Grit & Grind’

    By Drew Hill April 01, 2024

• February 2024

  • Grizzlies podcast: All-Star game ideas and second-half storylines

    On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share ideas for the All-Star game and discuss the outlook for the rest of the regular season. 

    By Drew Hill, Chris Herrington February 23, 2024

  • Herrington: The Grizzlies have 2 more months to go. Here are reasons to watch.

    As the Grizzlies return from the All-Star break with 26 games left and no postseason berth in sight, what else is there to be accomplished? What else is worth watching?

    By Chris Herrington February 22, 2024

  • Trip: Jaren Jackson Jr. lifted his game — and left his mark — in small-town Indiana

    Part 2 of a three-part series travels to the magical boarding school where Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr. met close friend Jordan Poole.

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    Grizzlies Insider: ‘Trip’ is last of three projects on Grizzlies stars

    By Drew Hill February 21, 2024

  • Trip: Jaren Jackson Jr., from fashion to music, lives life in his own lane

    The final installment of a three-part series on the Grizzlies’ power forward takes us inside the unique world of his style and how he’s been influenced by musicians and other athletes.

    By Drew Hill February 21, 2024

  • Trip: Jaren Jackson Jr. is driven to stardom. Here’s where he got the keys.

    First installment of a three-part series on the journey of Memphis Grizzlies big man Jaren Jackson Jr., affectionately known as “Trip.”

    By Drew Hill February 21, 2024

  • Grizzlies podcast: Does Memphis miss Dillon Brooks?

    Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the past and future on the wing for the Memphis Grizzlies. 

    By Drew Hill, Chris Herrington February 15, 2024

  • Grizzlies drop eighth straight game, now NBA’s longest active streak

    Jaren Jackson Jr. scored a game-high 29 points, including five made 3-pointers and two blocks, but it was not enough to prevent an eighth straight loss.

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    Box score: Hornets 115, Grizzlies 106

    By Chris Herrington February 10, 2024

  • Jaren Jackson Jr. has ‘great chance’ to play in Olympics

    Jaren Jackson Jr. wants to play for the USA in Paris this summer. It won’t be the first time.

    By Drew Hill February 03, 2024

  • ‘This is tough': Jaren Jackson Jr. reacts to Steven Adams trade

    Jaren Jackson Jr. said Steven Adams is a physical specimen that opponents have to account for every single night. Jackson learned a lot from studying Adams’ film. 

    By Drew Hill February 02, 2024

• January 2024

  • Jaren Jackson Jr. salutes Marc Gasol after retirement announcement

    Jaren Jackson Jr. can still remember his first day of Grizzlies practice when Marc Gasol continuously tried to swipe the ball out of his hands. 

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    Marc Gasol announces retirement from basketball

    By Drew Hill January 31, 2024

  • Grizzlies podcast: Roster moves and foul debates

    Drew Hill and Chris Herrington recap the Grizzlies’ loss to the Sacramento Kings and discuss what the latest roster moves will mean for Memphis at the trade deadline.

    By Drew Hill, Chris Herrington January 30, 2024

  • Grizzlies survive final shot by Orlando, win third straight

    The Grizzlies held on for a win against Orlando on Friday night. Even though they are focused on development, Memphis continues to find ways to win. 

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    Box score: Grizzlies 107, Magic 106

    By Drew Hill January 26, 2024

  • Bulls freeze Grizzlies, pull away in second half

    The Grizzlies’ offense sputtered without their stars in a 125-96 loss to the Bulls on Saturday at the United Center. 

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    Box score: Bulls 125, Grizzlies 96

    By Drew Hill January 20, 2024

  • Jackson’s big scoring night not enough as Grizzlies fall to the West’s best Wolves

    Jaren Jackson Jr. had a game-high 36 points on 15-23 shooting, connecting on 3-6 from 3-point range and aggressively attacked Minnesota center Rudy Gobert, the once and likely future Defensive Player of the Year.

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    Box score: Timberwolves 118, Grizzlies 103

    By Chris Herrington January 18, 2024

  • Memphis is gutted for Ja Morant. Let’s hope he can maintain his joy.

    Everything you need to know about the NBA All-Star’s season-ending shoulder injury and its impact on the Grizzlies going forward.

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    Ja Morant out for season after tear in shoulder

    By Drew Hill January 09, 2024

  • That’s the formula: Minus Morant, Grizzlies storm back to beat Suns

    The Grizzlies star point guard was on the bench in a sling, but Jaren Jackson Jr., Vince Williams Jr., Desmond Bane and Marcus Smart lifted the team to come back win on the road.

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    Box score: Grizzlies 121, Suns, 115

    Ja Morant out with shoulder injury vs. Suns

    By Drew Hill January 08, 2024

  • Herrington: Grizzlies playoff chances, Marcus Smart’s start and more

    At a 5-4 pace the rest of the way, the Grizzlies would finish 38-44. Based on current winning percentages for other teams, that would not be enough to get the final play-in spot.

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    Grizzlies Insider: Memphis players recognize important road trip ahead

    By Chris Herrington January 04, 2024

• December 2023

  • It takes perfection: Trying to defend the full-strength Grizzlies no easy task

    Opposing coaches Quin Snyder, Rick Carlisle and Willie Green explain why defending the Grizzlies with Ja Morant in the lineup is so challenging. “You have to try to be perfect,” Snyder said. 

    By Drew Hill December 25, 2023

  • Grizzlies’ big three continue dominance in win over Hawks

    Ja Morant, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. combined for 87 points on Saturday. It is the third straight game they have each scored 20 or more points. 

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    Box score: Grizzlies 125, Hawks 119

    By Drew Hill December 23, 2023

  • Grizzlies Insider: Can Jaren Jackson Jr.'s production stick?

    Jaren Jackson Jr. is averaging 28.5 points since the start of December. When Ja Morant returns, can Jackson remain just as impactful?

    By Drew Hill December 14, 2023