Jackson (foot) said Tuesday on FanDuel's Run It Back show that he's targeting a return around mid-January.
Jackson said he's trying to push himself to get back by late December, but the medical staff is being cautious, so realistically, he'll likely return to game action sometime in January. After a breakout rookie season for the injury-riddled Grizzlies, the second-round pick had high expectations for Year 2. However, he broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot during a summer workout, underwent surgery at the beginning of September and was ruled out for at least three months. When healthy, Jackson's role will presumably be smaller than he had last year, as Memphis' roster is much healthier, but he should still be able to carve out a reserve role.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Out at least three months
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Jackson underwent a successful procedure to repair a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot Wednesday and will be evaluated in approximately three months.
Jackson will miss at least the first month of the season while rehabbing from the procedure but is expected to make a full recovery. However, when healthy, his role remains unclear. As a rookie, the second-round pick carved out a substantial role for the injury-riddled Grizzlies. Over his final 18 regular-season appearances, Jackson averaged 20.4 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 34.1 minutes per game. With Ja Morant (shoulder), Marcus Smart (finger) and Desmond Bane (back) returning to full strength this offseason, Jackson will have a difficult time repeating those numbers in Year 2.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Suffers broken foot
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Jackson broke the fifth metatarsal in his right foot earlier this week and will undergo surgery Sept. 4.
The Grizzlies had a rough time with injuries in the 2023-24 season, and the team is not catching a break even in the offseason. Jackson suffered the injury while playing basketball outside Dallas on Aug. 27 when he had an unstable landing on his right foot. A timetable for recovery has not been provided, but it wouldn't be surprising if Jackson is not fully recovered for the start of the regular season in late October.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Has another big night
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Jackson recorded 28 points (11-16 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 3-8 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and two steals in 37 minutes during Monday's 120-118 Summer League loss to the Heat.
Jackson was named to the NBA 2K25 All-Summer League First Team earlier in the day, and it's not difficult to see why. He narrowly missed a double-double and shot with efficiency, converting on 68.8 percent of his tries from the field. This was a great finish to Summer League for the 19-year-old forward.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Hands out six dimes in win
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Jackson dished out six assists over 32 minutes of play Thursday, adding 17 points (4-14 FG, 7-8 FT), seven rebounds, two triples and one steal in an 88-77 win over the Pelicans in Las Vegas.
Jackson's season high in dimes last season was four, but he had some impressive assists during Thursday's contest, so it appears that's a part of his game that he's been working on. Scotty Pippen Jr. also showed some impressive playmaking skills during Thursday's win, handing out 11 assists to go with 17 points (6-11 FG, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, one triple, three steals and just one turnover across 29 minutes. Both players have been great in Las Vegas, but if the Grizzlies are healthy next season, it'll be tough for either to earn enough minutes to make an impact in most 12-team fantasy leagues.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Nets 18 points with full line
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Jackson hit 7-of-14 shots (3-7 3Pt) and made 1-of-2 free throws for 18 points, eight rebounds, two assists, three triples and three steals across 33 minutes during Wednesday's Summer League loss to the Thunder.
While most of Jackson's stat line was great, his six turnovers were less than stellar. Jackson posted some solid stat lines last season while logging big minutes for a team that was missing most of its key guys, but it'll be tough for him to replicate that success in Year 2 if Jaren Jackson Jr. and Brandon Clarke are healthy.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Pours in 31 points Friday
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Jackson chipped in 31 points (12-23 FG, 7-13 3Pt, 0-2 FT), one rebound, one assist and three steals across 40 minutes during Friday's 123-120 loss to the Lakers.
Jackson led Memphis in scoring while putting up an efficient 7-for-13 line from beyond the arc. The seven triples tied his career-high mark, which he initially established March 20 against the Warriors. As has typically been the case for Jackson, his scoring came with little production as a rebounder or distributor, though he did tie his career-best total with three thefts in Friday's defeat.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Scores 15 points vs. Detroit
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Jackson ended with 15 points (6-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three rebounds and four assists across 27 minutes during Friday's 108-90 win over Detroit.
Jackson has been on a very productive stretch in recent weeks, and he's taking advantage of the Grizzlies' rebuild approach to see extended minutes in the final weeks of the season. He's now scored in double digits in 11 straight starts, averaging 17.5 points, 5.2 rebounds and 2.2 assists per contest.
Jackson recorded 15 points (6-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds and one assist over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 111-101 win over the Bucks.
Jackson has been playing extremely well since being promoted to a starting role, scoring in double digits in each of his 10 consecutive starts while posting solid numbers overall. This was his first double-double in that span, but the rookie out of South Carolina has averaged 17.8 points, 5.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game in that stretch.
Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Career-high 35 points in loss
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Jackson supplied 35 points (11-19 FG, 7-14 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds and three assists in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 137-116 loss to Golden State.
The 2023 second-round pick continues to take advantage of all the Grizzlies' injuries and absences, setting a new career scoring high Wednesday as he produced 30-plus points for the second time in the last six games. Jackson is averaging 25.0 points, 5.5 boards, 4.0 threes, 1.8 assists and 0.8 steals in 37.5 minutes a contest over his first six NBA starts, and the 19-year-old forward should remain in a prominent role in the rotation even if players like Vince Williams (knee) start trickling back into the lineup.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Efficient performance in OT loss
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Jackson logged 22 points (8-13 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and three steals across 44 minutes in Monday's 121-111 overtime loss to the Kings.
Making his third straight start while Vince Williams (knee) was sidelined once again, Jackson delivered an efficient scoring performance, highlighted by a 4-for-8 showing from downtown. He also paired the offensive production with some rare numbers on the defensive end; his three steals exceeded his output (two) from his previous 13 games combined. While Jackson doesn't possess a well-rounded fantasy profile, he's getting every opportunity to put up shots while the injury-riddled Grizzlies remain without Williams and several other key contributors. Jackson has scored at least 19 points in each of his last five games, averaging 23.2 overall during that stretch. He's shot 48.1 percent from the field and 85.7 percent from the free-throw line in that time while also averaging 3.2 three-pointers and 4.6 rebounds.
Jackson amassed 19 points (5-14 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, four assists and one block in 35 minutes during Saturday's 118-112 loss to Oklahoma City.
Jackson didn't have his best shooting performance since he made just five of his 14 field goals, but he still posted a decent stat line across the board. He's now scored in double digits in four straight appearances, averaging 23.5 points and shooting 45.5 percent from the field in that span.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Leading scorer in starting lineup
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Jackson had 26 points (8-17 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and four rebounds over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 110-98 loss to Charlotte.
Jackson earned his third career start with Memphis dealing with multiple injuries, leading all players in Wednesday's contest in threes made while pacing all Grizzlies players in scoring in a losing effort. Over his three starts this season, Jackson has posted at least 25 points in two contests. He has now posted 25 or more points in four outings, now having connected on at least six threes on two occurrences.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Making another start
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Jackson will enter the first unit for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.
Jackson will make his third career start Wednesday with the Grizzlies down several frontcourt members due to injury. In his other two starts, Jackson is averaging 24.0 points and 6.5 rebounds over 37.0 minutes.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Rejoins second unit
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Jackson will come off the bench for Tuesday's game versus Washington.
Memphis' lineups usually change by the day with the amount of injuries on the roster, and the coaching staff has been experimenting with different rotations. Despite the move to the bench, Jackson will likely maintain a big role after posting 30 points (10-19 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block across 38 minutes during Sunday's loss to the Thunder.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Erupts for 30 points
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Jackson notched 30 points (10-19 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 7-8 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one block across 38 minutes during Sunday's 124-93 loss to the Thunder.
Jackson missed the previous game with a knee issue, but given the workload he saw Sunday, it was likely a precaution. Memphis' rotations have been unpredictable due to injuries and how they've handled the eligibility of two-way players, but Jackson will usually have a key role when active.
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Grizzlies' GG Jackson: Active Sunday
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Jackson (knee) is available for Sunday's contest against Oklahoma City.
Jackson will return from a one-game absence due to left knee soreness. Efficiency has been a struggle of late for the 19-year-old, who is averaging 10.0 points and 4.7 rebounds on 26.5 percent shooting (11.3 FGA/G) in his last three games. With the Grizzlies down so many bodies, Jackson could end up as a featured offensive option by default.
