Jalen Jackson - College Basketball News & Rumors

Fully cleared for offseason Jackson (ankle) is fully cleared for basketball-related activities, according to Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Ankle injuries significantly affected Jackson to the point that one of them officially deemed him out for Butler's 2025-26 season by November. That month, the point guard averaged 9.5 points, 3.8 assists and 3.5 rebounds on fewer than 25.0 minutes per game. At least Jackson can medically redshirt his 2025-26 season, and his decision to remain with the Bulldogs suggests he can be their starting PG again. Increased minutes and efficiency indicate that he can be among collegiate basketball's top guards next season.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Butler Jackson (ankle) will return to Butler for the 2026-27 season, according to Akeem Glaspie of IndyStar.com.

Impact Jackson is a floor general who was ruled out for the rest of the 2025-26 season in mid-December. He'll look to have a revenge in 2026-27. Jones averaged 9.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.3 steals across 22.5 minutes in six games played.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season Jackson will miss the remainder of the season due to an ankle injury, per Jon Rothstein of CBS Sports.

Impact Jackson hasn't played since the Nov. 23 win over Virginia, and his season is now officially over. The senior guard will end the 2025 campaign having averaged 9.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 3.8 assists and 1.3 steals across 22.5 minutes in six games played.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Saturday Jackson (ankle) is out for Saturday's matchup against Providence, per Akeem Glaspie of The Indianapolis Star.

Impact Jackson will miss another game for the Bulldogs, marking his third straight missed contest due to an ankle injury. The 6-foot-2 senior guard has averaged 9.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.8 assists per game since transferring in from Purdue-Fort Wayne in the off-season. His next chance to return will come against UConn on Tuesday.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Boise State Jackson (ankle) is out for Saturday's game versus Boise State.

Impact Jackson is set to miss a third straight game, as he continues to battle an ankle injury. Azavier Robinson should make another start in his absence, and Jackson will look to make his return during the Dec. 13 matchup versus Providence.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back at practice Jackson (ankle) is practicing for Butler while still donning a walking boot, per Akeem Glaspie of The Indianapolis Star.

Impact Jackson is reportedly still limited, as he remains bogged down by a walking boot. Still, he's partaking in individual drills, a great sign that the starting guard is progressing. He remains a question mark for Saturday against Boise State, but he's clearly trending in the right direction. Before sustaining his ankle injury, Jackson was averaging 9.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and 3.8 assists.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No-go Tuesday Jackson (ankle) won't play in Tuesday's game against Eastern Michigan.

Impact Jackson will miss a second straight game due to an ankle injury. The senior guard has started in all six of his appearances this season. Azavier Robinson stepped into the starting lineup last time out and should remain in the first unit Tuesday. Jackson's next chance to play will come Saturday against Boise State.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with ankle injury Jackson (ankle) is out for Friday's game against Wright State, per Butler's official X page.

Impact Jackson has yet to miss a full game this season amidst an ankle injury that he suffered on Nov. 11, but it appears it has flared up before the matchup versus the Raiders. The senior guard's absence should pave the way for Evan Haywood to get his first start of the season. Jackson's next chance to see the court will be this upcoming Tuesday at home in a clash with Eastern Michigan.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wright State visits Butler following Bizjack's 25-point showing

Butler takes on the Wright State Raiders after Finley Bizjack scored 25 points in Butler's 80-73 victory over the Virginia Cavaliers

NOVEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Bizjack with 25 points, Ajayi with double-double, power Butler in 80-73 victory over Virginia

Finley Bizjack scored 25 points, Michael Ajayi had his sixth double-double in six games, and Butler defeated Virginia 80-73 on the final day of the Greenbrier Tip-Off

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Michael Ajayi and Finley Bizjack lead Butler to 79-72 win over South Carolina

Michael Ajayi had 15 points, 14 rebounds and two blocks and Finley Bizjack scored 13 of his 18 points in the second half to help Butler beat South Carolina 79-72 at the Greenbrier...

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Available vs. SMU Jackson (ankle) is available against SMU on Saturday, the program announced.

Impact Jackson was battling an ankle injury, but he'll be available for the Bulldogs against the Mustangs. The guard is averaging 9.3 points, 4.3 rebounds and 4.3 assists this season.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle injury Jackson (ankle) sustained an ankle injury during Tuesday's 98-66 win over Chicago State, Sawyer Goldstein of TheButlerCollegian.com reports.

Impact Jackson, who battled an ankle injury for most of the summer, exited Tuesday's game against Chicago State after he was kicked in the ankle during the first half. Head coach Thad Matta hopes to have Jackson back at practice later this week, but the senior starter's status remains uncertain for Saturday's game against SMU.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Jalen Jackson sparks Butler's dominant win over IU Indianapolis Deadspin | Jalen Jackson sparks Butler's dominant win over IU Indianapolis

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Jalen Jackson sparks Butler's dominant win over IU Indianapolis Jalen Jackson produced 17 points, eight rebounds and four steals to guide host Butler to a 112-80 nonconference victory over IU Indianapolis...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Jackson has 17 as Butler downs IU Indianapolis 112-80

Led by Jalen Jackson's 17 points, the Butler Bulldogs defeated the IU Indianapolis Jaguars 112-80 on Saturday

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Joining Bulldogs Jackson is transferring to Butler, Dushawn London of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Jackson will enter his final season of eligibility as a Bulldog after two dominant years with Purdue-Fort Wayne. The First Team All-Horizon league guard put up career-high numbers this past season, averaging 19.2 points, 4.4 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 1.6 steals across 31 outings. He should have ample opportunities to get meaningful playing time if not a starting spot with a Butler squad looking to compete better in the Big East next season.

APRIL 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Entering transfer portal Jackson announced his decision to enter the NCAA transfer portal via his X account Thursday.

Impact Jackson will enter the portal following two season with Purdue-Fort Wayne. The 6-foot-2 junior was a star for the Mastodons this past season, averaging 19.2 points and 4.4 rebounds per game through 31 contests. He will retain a single year of eligibility at his next destination.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Galette's 22 help Youngstown State defeat Purdue Fort Wayne 72-67 in Horizon League Tournament

Led by Nico Galette's 22 points, the Youngstown State Penguins defeated the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 72-67 in the Horizon League Tournament on Thursday

MARCH 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Youngstown State takes on Purdue Fort Wayne in Horizon League Tournament

MARCH 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Purdue Fort Wayne visits Cleveland State following Arnett's 20-point showing

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Robinson's 25 help Northern Kentucky take down Purdue Fort Wayne 79-74

Led by Trey Robinson's 25 points, the Northern Kentucky Norse defeated the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 79-74

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Purdue Fort Wayne hosts Dilling and Northern Kentucky

Northern Kentucky plays the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons after Josh Dilling scored 28 points in the Norse's 71-67 win over the IU Indianapolis Jaguars

FEBRUARY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Jackson puts up 24 in Purdue Fort Wayne's 92-65 victory over IUPUI

Led by Jalen Jackson's 24 points, the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons defeated the IUPUI Jaguars 92-65 on Saturday

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • Associated Press

Transfers to Purdue Fort Wayne Jackson has committed to Purdue Fort Wayne for the 2023-24 season, VerbalCommits.com reports.

Impact Jackson, who spent his freshman season with UIC, has made the move to join the Mastodons. The 6-foot-2 freshman appeared in 30 games this season (14 starts), averaging 7.3 points, two rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.2 steals on 24.9 minutes per game.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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