ICYMI: Jaren Jackson Jr. knows he has to be a better rebounder, and he’s not shying away from it. He recently talked about that process. “It’s on my mind, ...

Jaren Jackson Jr. is active in the N.B.A. players’ union. His mother, Terri, works for the W.N.B.A. players’ union. When he was elected vice president, she did her best not to embarrass him.

Jaren Jackson Jr. built his name in the NBA as a force blocking and altering shots. His 2022-2023 season, which resulted in a Defensive Player of the Year Award, was not shocking— it was deserved.

Memphis Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr., who sprained his left ankle in the opening minutes of their 132-130 loss against the Atlanta Hawks on March 3, is nearing a return.

Jaren Jackson Jr. didn’t ask to lead Grizzlies, but he’s embraced the challenge. By Kelly Iko. Feb. 22, 2024 Updated April 15, 2025. MEMPHIS, Tenn.

Jaren Jackson Jr. has won the NBA's 2022-23 Defensive Player of the Year award, the NBA announced on Monday. The Memphis Grizzlies big man led the NBA with three blocks per game while adding one ...

Danny Cunningham: Memphis says that Jaren Jackson Jr. is questionable to play tomorrow against the #Cavs. He hasn’t played since March 3 with an ankle sprain. -via Twitter @RealDCunningham ...

At the moment, in the wake of Wembanyama's season-ending injury news, Memphis Grizzlies All-Star big man Jaren Jackson Jr. is now the DPOY favorite according to oddsmakers with FanDuel.

Jaren Jackson Jr.'s scoring -- not his elite defense -- might be the key to the Grizzlies' playoffs. Tim MacMahon Apr 17, 2023, 07:27 PM ET. Close. Joined ESPNDallas.com in September 2009; ...