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Ja Morant Sends Farewell Message To Grizzlies Fan Favorite

The Grizzlies' turbulent end to their 2024-25 campaign was marked by injuries, a coaching change, and a Play-In Tournament spot that ultimately led to their sweep at the hands of the current NBA champion, the Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Ja Morant Kicks Off Nike World Tour This Month: Cities, Dates, Details

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant has cultivated a massive fan base thanks to his acrobatic dunks and stellar signature sneaker line. Nike plans to grow Morant's presence on the world stage by sending him on an international tour.

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On verge of $240M deal, surgery next for Grizzlies All-Star Jaren Jackson Jr.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. will be re-evaluated in 12 weeks after undergoing surgery to repair a turf toe injury, but the team appears confident enough to forge ahead on a massive contract extension with the 25-year-old.

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New Grizzlies Star Reveals Harsh Truth About Departure

NBA free agency is well under way, as a majority of key free agents have signed deals, with the top unrestricted options including Chris Paul, Al Horford, and Russell Westbrook.

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Grizzlies to re-evaluate Jackson in 10-12 weeks · ESPN

Jaren Jackson Jr. injury: Grizzlies star has surgery days after inking $240M extension as prognosis is given · CBSSports.com

Grizzlies star Jaren Jackson Jr. hurt during 'live basketball run,' needs surgery after inking $240M extension · CBSSports.com

Grizzlies' Jackson to have turf toe procedure · ESPN

Memphis Grizzlies News / Total Apex Sports / July 1

Memphis Grizzlies Star Injured in 2025 NBA Offseason, Surgery Needed

The Memphis Grizzlies have made a ton of moves throughout the 2025 NBA Offseason but got some unexpected news regarding one of their cornerstones. Former Defensive Player of the Year Award winner Jaren Jackson Jr.

Jaren Jackson Jr. News / Larry Brown Sports / July 1

Jaren Jackson Jr. gets injured in pickup game after monster extension

The Memphis Grizzlies may already have reason for buyer’s remorse with Jaren Jackson Jr.

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Jaren Jackson Jr. News / Hoops Wire / July 1

Grizzlies’ Jaren Jackson Jr. To Undergo Surgery After Agreeing To $240 Million Extension

Memphis Grizzlies big man Jaren Jackson Jr. sustained a turf toe injury in his right foot during a live basketball run offsite and will need surgery. The Grizzlies and Jackson Jr.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / July 1

New Grizzlies Star Shares Reaction To Free Agency News

The Memphis Grizzlies were among one of the most active teams once free agency began on Monday, June 30th at 6:00 p.m. EST. The Grizzlies started things off by locking in their homegrown talent, agreeing to contract extensions with Jaren Jackson Jr., Santi Aldama, and Cam Spencer.

Jaren Jackson Jr. News / Memphis Grizzlies on SI / July 1

Grizzlies Star Breaks Silence Following Major News

The Memphis Grizzlies agreed to sign Jaren Jackson Jr. to a five-year, $240 million max contract extension soon after free agency began, locking in the former Defensive Player of the Year and two-time All-Star.

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Grizzlies’ Jaren Jackson Jr. reacts to $240 million contract

Jaren Jackson Jr. has officially signed a five-year, $240 million contract extension with the Memphis Grizzlies. The deal includes a player option in the final year (2029–30).

Jaren Jackson Jr. News / Fastbreak on SI / July 1

NBA Star Reportedly Lands $240 Million Contract

Jaren Jackson Jr. has spent all seven seasons of his pro career with the Memphis Grizzlies. The former Michigan State star finished this past year with averages of 22.2 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.5 blocks per contest while shooting 48.8% from the field and 37.5% from the three-point range in 74 games.

Ja Morant News / Ball Exclusives / July 1

Ja Morant reacts to teammates signing deals with Grizzlies

People have their thoughts about him, but Ja Morant always cares about his teammates. His future in Memphis remains to be determined; however, the talented point guard reacted on social media to a few of his teammates signing big deals for the Grizzlies.

Ty Jerome News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Grizzlies Sign 43.9 3PT% Spark Plug To $28 Million Deal

MEMPHIS – Memphis Grizzlies wasted no time adding a proven spark off the bench. Ty Jerome, last season’s Sixth Man of the Year runner-up, has reached a three-year, $28 million agreement with Memphis.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Total Apex Sports / June 30

Memphis Grizzlies Make Key Moves Early In 2025 NBA Free Agency

The Memphis Grizzlies wasted no time bolstering their roster for the 2025-26 regular season. Their biggest move was signing 2023 Defensive Player of the Year Jaren Jackson Jr.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Grizzlies Pulled Off Massive Steal Just Minutes into Free Agency

Santi Aldama was considered one of the more coveted free agents on the market. He was a restricted free agent, meaning any team with cap space could have made him an offer.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Hoops Rumors / June 30

Grizzlies agree to two-year deal with young guard

The Grizzlies have agreed to a two-year, $4.5MM contract with guard Cam Spencer, sources tell Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link). The deal is fully guaranteed, Charania adds.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Grizzlies Agree To Contract Extension With Building Block

Just a quarter of an hour into the 2025 NBA free agency moratorium period, the Memphis Grizzlies were able to reach an agreement on a contract extension with Jaren Jackson Jr., per ESPN senior insider Shams Charania.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Ball Exclusives / June 30

Grizzlies hand star forward Jaren Jackson a 5-year max deal

NBA consumers will see what happens to Ja Morant, but the Memphis Grizzlies are committed to at least one star. The franchise broke the bank for star forward, Jaren Jackson Jr.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Yardbarker / June 30

Grizzlies bet big on key piece after monster extension

Jaren Jackson Jr. had a monster season for the Memphis Grizzlies last season. He got rewarded with a monster deal that will keep him in Tennessee for four more years.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Fastbreak on SI / June 30

Memphis Grizzlies Player Reportedly Available For Trade

Cole Anthony had spent the first five years of his career with the Orlando Magic. Over the offseason, the former UNC star was traded to the Memphis Grizzlies (in the Desmond Bane deal).