Grizzlies’ GG Jackson II injures foot, requires surgery

Grizzlies second-year forward GG Jackson II has suffered a foot injury that will require surgery, according to a team press release.

Jackson sustained the injury playing basketball outside of Dallas on Tuesday. He attempted a contested layup and experienced an unstable landing on his right foot.

Subsequent imaging revealed a broken fifth metatarsal in his right foot. The surgery is scheduled to be performed on Wednesday.

Memphis was snakebit by injuries last season and its run of bad luck continues with Jackson’s offseason ailment.

Jackson excelled in the Las Vegas Summer League last month, getting named to the All-Summer League First Team.

In his first season, Jackson earned All-Rookie Second Team honors. Jackson was the only All-Rookie member who wasn’t drafted in the first round; he was selected 45th overall in 2023 and initially signed a two-way contract.

It was converted to a standard contract in February. He received a four-year deal at that time.

Jackson appeared in 48 games, including 18 starts. He averaged 14.6 points and 4.1 rebounds in 25.7 minutes. He attempted an average of six 3-pointers per game and made 35.7%.

The 6-foot-9 Jackson projects as a backup at both forward spots but he’ll likely miss some early-season action as his foot heals.