Jaren Jackson Jr. of the Memphis Grizzlies suffered a turf toe injury that requires a procedure. He sustained the injury during an open basketball run and is expected to recover fully, though a timeline for return has not been provided. This news follows his recent five-year, $240 million contract extension with the team. Jackson has previously faced injury challenges but played 74 games last season. Another Grizzlies player, Brandon Clarke, is recovering from a knee injury but is expected to return for the next season.
Memphis Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr. suffered a turf toe injury in his right foot that will require a procedure to repair. Jackson sustained the injury during an open basketball run offsite. He is expected to make a full recovery.
The news comes one day after Jackson agreed to a five-year, $240 million extension with Memphis, highlighting his importance to the team and the financial commitment from the franchise.
While Jackson has dealt with injury issues earlier in his career, he appeared in 74 games for the Grizzlies last season, which is tied for the second-most games of his career.
Fellow Grizzlies big man Brandon Clarke is also recovering from a high-grade PCL sprain in his right knee and is expected to be back for the start of next season.
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