Memphis Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr., who just signed a five-year, $240 million extension, will undergo surgery for a turf toe injury sustained during an off-site basketball session, with his recovery timeline still unclear.
Memphis Grizzlies star big man Jaren Jackson Jr. has suffered a turf toe injury in his right foot that will require a procedure to repair, the team announced Tuesday.
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Jaren Jackson Jr.
Jaren Jackson Jr.
MIN: 30.24
PTS: 21.84 (55.65%)
REB: 5.63
As: 2.03
ST: 1.21
BL: 1.45
TO: 2.09
GM: 80
Jackson was hurt during an off-site open basketball session. While the Grizzlies expect him to make a full recovery, they did not share a timeline for his return.
The news comes just one day after Jackson agreed to a five-year, $240 million contract extension with Memphis.
Earlier in his career, Jackson struggled with injuries, but last season he appeared in 74 games—tied for the second-most of his career. He averaged 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists, and 1.5 blocks per game.
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