Learning Curve: Like all rookies, Jaren Jackson Jr. has one

Grizzlies’ lottery pick has enjoyed good moments, but fouls an issue

By Don Wade, Daily Memphian Updated: October 13, 2018 10:30 PM CT | Published: October 11, 2018 4:42 PM CT

Orlando Magic guard D.J. Augustin was cruising toward the basket for a right-handed layup. That’s when from the left corner 6-foot-11 Jaren Jackson Jr. flew to the other side of the rim and blocked Augustin’s shot.

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Don Wade has been a Memphis journalist since 1998 and he has won awards for both his sports and news/feature writing. He is originally from Kansas City and is married with three sons.

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Learning Curve: Like all rookies, Jaren Jackson Jr. has one

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