GG JACKSON NEWS

Scores four points Jackson produced four points (2-5 FG, 0-3 3Pt) and one rebound across 11 minutes during Monday's 108-106 win over Minnesota.

Impact This was Jackson's debut after the wing was sidelined for nearly three months to begin the season while completing his recovery from the surgery he underwent Sept. 4 to repair his fractured foot. Coach Taylor Jenkins mentioned that Jackson will be brought along slowly as he regains his conditioning, but minutes will be tough come by in Memphis' crowded wing rotation which makes him just a player to monitor in deeper formats for now.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA The Grizzlies recalled Jackson from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Sunday.

Impact Jackson debuted for the Hustle on Wednesday, finishing with 18 points (5-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one block. He's still knocking off the rust and will need to get his conditioning up, but he could back in the rotation for the Grizzlies sooner rather than later.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Debuts in G League Jackson (foot) played 27 minutes Wednesday in the G League Memphis Hustle's 132-128 overtime loss to the Rip City Remix, finishing with 18 points (5-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five r...

Impact Jackson took the court for the first time during the 2024-25 campaign, after he had been sidelined for nearly three months to begin the season while completing his recovery from the surgery he underwent Sept. 4 to repair his fractured foot. Though he saw a fairly sizable minutes load in his first game action since the Las Vegas Summer League, Jackson could stick around in the G League to make a few more appearances before rejoining the Grizzlies. The second-year forward averaged 14.6 points in 25.7 minutes per game over his 48 appearances for the Grizzlies as a rookie, but with the team in much better health this season compared to last, Jackson may be in store for only a minor role in the rotation once he rejoins the parent club.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sent to G League for rehab The Grizzlies assigned Jackson (foot) to the Memphis Hustle of the G League on Tuesday.

Impact Jackson has yet to play this season while recovering from right foot surgery but is in the reconditioning phase of his rehab. The second-year forward will practice with the Hustle and potentially even get some game action before being recalled to the Grizzlies to make his season debut in the NBA.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

In reconditioning phase of rehab Grizzlies head coach Taylor Jenkins said Monday that Jackson has "pretty much checked off everything" in his recovery from the surgery he underwent in September to address a right...

Impact Jenkins suggested that the 20-year-old forward's initial exposure to games may come with the G League's Memphis Hustle rather than the parent club, but Jackson will presumably need to put in at least a few more practices before getting the green light for competitive action. As a rookie second-round pick last season, Jackson showed a knack for scoring with an average of 14.6 points and 2.1 three-pointers in 25.7 minutes per game over his 48 appearances, but he benefited greatly from the Grizzlies being decimated by injuries. Memphis currently has two other key players (Marcus Smart and Vince Williams) out with injuries but has still enjoyed better health overall in 2024-25 compared to last season, so Jackson might have to settle for a small role in the rotation once he's up to full speed and cleared to suit up for the parent club.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Monday Jackson (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Rockets.

Impact Jackson has been progressing in his recovery from procedure he underwent in September to repair a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot, but he's not quite ready to make his 2024-25 regular-season debut. His next opportunity to do so will be Wednesday against the Spurs.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing again in G League The Grizzlies assigned Jackson to the G League's Memphis Hustle on Friday for practice but he will be recalled immediately after.

Impact Jackson will practice in the G League yet again as he continues to work his back bay from right foot surgery. The second-year forward is expected to return to game action at some point in January.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled to NBA The Grizzlies recalled Jackson from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Tuesday.

Impact Jackson practiced with the Hustle for the next stage of his rehab and continues to trend in the right direction. Jackson underwent surgery to repair a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot suffered during the offseason, but he's expected to return at some point in January.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League The Grizzlies assigned Jackson to the G League's Memphis Hustle on Tuesday.

Impact Jackson will join the Hustle for their practice on Tuesday in what is the next step in his rehab. He'll be recalled after the practice and appears to be on track to return at some point in January for the Grizzlies.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Grizzlies expect GG Jackson II back within 6-8 weeks from foot surgery | NBA.com GG Jackson II, an All-Rookie selection last season, injured his foot while playing basketball during the offseason.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • NBA.COM

Memphis Grizzlies expecting GG Jackson II back within 8 weeks from foot surgery

The Memphis Grizzlies are expecting forward GG Jackson II back within six to eight weeks following surgery in September to repair a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • Associated Press

On pace for January return Jackson (foot) "continues to progress well" from offseason foot surgery and is expected to return to play in 6-8 weeks

Impact Jackson underwent surgery to repair a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot suffered during the offseason. His eventual re-introduction to the rotation will be an interesting dichotomy between the Grizzlies' postseason ambition and continued development for the 19-year-old. That being said, Memphis' depth has been a core reason for success this season, so Jackson's ramp-up will be worth monitoring.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Return timeline remains fluid Jackson (foot) said Tuesday on FanDuel's Run It Back show that he's targeting a return around mid-January.

Impact 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.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doctor on GG Jackson's injury: "It's like waiting for the paint to dry" Memphis Grizzlies fans should be optimistic about GG’s recovery, an orthopedic surgeon told the Commercial Appeal.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

GG Jackson's grueling transition period from college to NBA Memphis Grizzlies’ young stud recalls first weeks as a pro: “Literally every day, I was going back home crying.”.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Taylor Jenkins' lineup conundrum after GG Jackson's injury Memphis was looking forward to a healthy comeback season.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Grizzlies F GG Jackson II (foot) out at least 3 months Memphis Grizzlies second-year forward GG Jackson II is expected to miss at least three months after undergoing surgery on Wednesday to repai...

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Grizzlies F GG Jackson II (foot) out at least 3 months Memphis Grizzlies second-year forward GG Jackson II is expected to miss at least three months after undergoing surgery on Wednesday to repai...

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II will be re-evaluated in 3 months after surgery on broken foot

Memphis forward GG Jackson II will be re-evaluated in three months after surgery Wednesday to repair the fifth metatarsal in his right foot

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • Associated Press

Out at least three months Jackson underwent a successful procedure to repair a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot Wednesday and will be evaluated in approximately three months.

Impact 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.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

GG Jackson's Injury Setback Jackson was heading into his second NBA season, following a strong finish last year and impressive performances in summer leagues.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Grizzlies F GG Jackson II breaks foot, will undergo surgery Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II sustained a broken right foot earlier this week and will undergo surgery, the team announced Friday....

AUGUST 31, 2024 • SUNHERALD.COM

Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II will have surgery on his broken right foot

Memphis Grizzlies forward GG Jackson II will have surgery after breaking the fifth metatarsal in his right foot

AUGUST 31, 2024 • Associated Press

Suffers broken foot Jackson broke his fifth metatarsal in his right foot earlier this week and will undergo surgery on Sep. 4.

Impact 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 of Dallas on Aug. 27 and following an unstable landing on his right foot. The timetable for recovery has not been provided, but it wouldn't be shocking if Jackson is not fully recovered for the start of the regular season in late October.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE