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The Memphis Grizzlies face a crucial offseason after a disappointing first-round sweep by the Oklahoma City Thunder. Once considered a rising power in the Western Conference, Memphis was plagued by setbacks throughout the year, including injuries to key players and the midseason firing of head coach Taylor Jenkins.
One of the Grizzlies’ best players this season was Jaren Jackson Jr., who could possibly face questions about his future with the franchise. Jackson won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award in 2023 and has been named to the All-Defensive First Team twice.
The Grizzlies forward posted strong numbers during the regular season, averaging 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game.
Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) and forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13)© Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
However, the playoffs told a different story. Jackson struggled against Oklahoma City, averaging just 16.0 points over the four-game series, with his best performance coming in Game 3 when he scored 26 points. Despite his efforts, the Grizzlies were unable to avoid elimination.
As rumors swirl about possible offseason changes — including speculation that Memphis could explore trading Jackson — the former fourth overall pick made it clear where he stands.
“Of course. I love this place. This is my home,” Jackson said when asked about his future with the Grizzlies (via Matt Infield of Action News 5). “I was drafted here. It’s all I know. It’s everything to me…”
Although Jackson wants to stay, it's up to Memphis to keep him as the franchise continues to evaluate its next steps.
With Ja Morant recovering from injury and uncertainty surrounding the roster, the front office will have significant decisions to make in the coming months. Whether Jackson remains part of the Grizzlies' long-term plans will be one of the key storylines of the offseason.
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One of the Grizzlies’ best players this season was Jaren Jackson Jr., who could possibly face questions about his future with the franchise. Jackson won the NBA Defensive Player of the Year award in 2023 and has been named to the All-Defensive First Team twice.
The Grizzlies forward posted strong numbers during the regular season, averaging 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 2.0 blocks per game.
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Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) and forward Jaren Jackson Jr. (13)© Petre Thomas-Imagn Images
However, the playoffs told a different story. Jackson struggled against Oklahoma City, averaging just 16.0 points over the four-game series, with his best performance coming in Game 3 when he scored 26 points. Despite his efforts, the Grizzlies were unable to avoid elimination.
As rumors swirl about possible offseason changes — including speculation that Memphis could explore trading Jackson — the former fourth overall pick made it clear where he stands.
“Of course. I love this place. This is my home,” Jackson said when asked about his future with the Grizzlies (via Matt Infield of Action News 5). “I was drafted here. It’s all I know. It’s everything to me…”
Jaren Jackson Jr. on if staying in Memphis is a priority and what playing for the Grizzlies means to him :
“Of course. I love this place. This is my home.”
“I was drafted here. It’s all I know. It’s everything to me…”
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— Grizz Lead (@Grizz_Lead) April 27, 2025
Although Jackson wants to stay, it's up to Memphis to keep him as the franchise continues to evaluate its next steps.
With Ja Morant recovering from injury and uncertainty surrounding the roster, the front office will have significant decisions to make in the coming months. Whether Jackson remains part of the Grizzlies' long-term plans will be one of the key storylines of the offseason.
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Related: Ja Morant Makes First Post After Unfortunate Injury News
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