ByJulien Burke-
Jaren Jackson Jr.: stats, last game & news
Position:
Center / Power Forward
Height:
208 cm
Age:
26 years (09/15/1999)
Nationality:
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Ranking 2025-2026NBA
NBA
PointsPTS
19.4
#50
ReboundsREB
5.6
#91
AssistsAST
2
#231
Statistics 2025-2026
| League | Team | games played | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Field goals | 2-point field goals | 3-point field goals | Free throws | Offensive rebounds | Defensive rebounds | Turnovers | Blocks against | Personal fouls | Fouls drawn | +/- | Évaluation | Performance Index Rating | Player Impact Estimate | Usage % | Possessions | True Shooting % | Effective FG % | 3-Point Attempt Rate | Free Throw Rate | Offensive Rebound % | Defensive Rebound % | Total Rebound % | Assist % | Turnover % | Assist-Turnover Ratio | Steal % | Block % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 |  | 45 | 30:41 | 19.2 | 5.6 | 1.9 | 1 | 1.5 | 7.1/14.8 47.6% | 5.3/10 53.3% | 1.8/4.9 35.9% | 3.3/4.2 79.7% | 0.8 | 4.8 | 2.2 | 1.2 | 3.8 | 3.9 | -2.5 | 18.5 | 17.5 | 6.5 | 25.6% | 18.9 | 57.6% | 53.5% | 32.9% | 28.0% | 2.9% | 16.5% | 9.8% | 8.9% | 3.3% | -1.5 | 1.6% | 4.6% |
|  | 3 | 24:04 | 22.3 | 4.7 | 2.7 | 1.7 | 0.3 | 8/16.3 49.0% | 6.3/11.3 55.9% | 1.7/5 33.3% | 4.7/5.3 87.5% | 0.3 | 4.3 | 2.3 | 0.3 | 3 | 4.3 | 16 | 20.3 | 21.3 | 8.2 | 35.6% | 21.0 | 59.8% | 54.1% | 30.6% | 32.7% | 1.5% | 16.6% | 9.7% | 15.1% | 4.4% | 1.6 | 3.1% | 1.5% |
Last Games
Jaren Jackson Jr.
| Date | Playing time | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals | Blocks | Game | League |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22:11 | 23 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | V 121-93 vs  | NBA | |
| 24:54 | 22 | 5 | 3 | 2 | - | V 111-115 @  | NBA | |
| 25:06 | 22 | 5 | 3 | 2 | - | D 120-117 @  | NBA | |
| 30:58 | 30 | 6 | 2 | - | 1 | V 137-128 vs  | NBA | |
| 33:23 | 16 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 2 | D 114-106 @  | NBA | |
| 33:10 | 26 | 4 | 4 | 2 | - | D 97-112 vs  | NBA | |
| 32:14 | 17 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 2 | D 108-99 @  | NBA |
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Player Profile
Nicknamed "the Block Panther", Jaren Jackson Jr. has turned shot-blocking into a personal trademark, inheriting a passion for basketball that runs in his family's blood. The son of Jaren Jackson Sr. — an NBA champion across twelve seasons in the league — and Terri Jackson, Executive Director of the WNBA Players Association, the Memphis Grizzlies big man grew up in an environment where basketball excellence was the standard.
His high school years at Park Tudor and then La Lumiere School revealed an early talent: two Indiana state titles and an impressive record of 29 wins and just one loss. At Michigan State University, where he studied communications, Jackson Jr. refined his game before making the leap to the NBA, carrying with him a reputation as a fearsome defender and exceptional athlete.
But the journey of the Plainfield-born player has not been without obstacles. A torn meniscus and a foot fracture could have derailed many players' momentum. Jackson Jr. chose a different path — one of resilience. His return to the highest level speaks to a determination that goes beyond raw natural talent.
The trust the Grizzlies have placed in him materialized in 2025 with a five-year, $240 million contract extension, the ultimate recognition of his value on the court. With his multiple nicknames — "The Alliteration" and "JJJ" round out his roster — Jackson Jr. embodies the versatility of a generation that refuses limiting labels. His future looks as promising as his blocks are spectacular.
Honors & Championships
Jaren Jackson Jr. has established himself as one of the most fearsome defenders in the NBA since entering the league.
- Selected 4th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft by the Memphis Grizzlies
- NBA blocks per game leader in the 2021-22 and 2022-23 seasons
- Career-high average of 3.0 blocks per game in 2022-23
- 2024-25 statistical averages: 22.5 points, 2.3 assists, 1.2 steals per game
- Career-high 43 points in a single game, tying the Grizzlies record for the most three-pointers made by a big man
- College stats at Michigan State: 10.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, 3.0 blocks per game
Awards & Individual Honors
Jaren Jackson Jr. has established himself as one of the most fearsome defenders in the NBA, capping an exceptional trajectory with the Defensive Player of the Year award in 2023.
- NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2023)
- NBA All-Star (2023, 2025)
- 2× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2022, 2023)
- NBA All-Defensive Second Team
- Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year (2018)
- Big Ten Freshman of the Year (2018)
