Reports: Utah Jazz Acquiring Jaren Jackson Jr. In Massive Trade With Grizzlies
Feb 3, 2026, 12:22 PM | Updated: 1:22 pm
BERLIN, GERMANY - JANUARY 15: Jaren Jackson Jr. #8 of the Memphis Grizzlies reacts during the fourth quarter of the NBA Match between Memphis Grizzlies and Orlando Magic at Uber Arena on January 15, 2026 in Berlin, Germany. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)
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SALT LAKE CITY — The Utah Jazz decided to shake things up in a big way ahead of the trade deadline, acquiring Jaren Jackson Jr. from Memphis for a large haul including young players and draft capital.
NBA Insider Shams Charania first broke the news on Tuesday, February 3.
In exchange for Jaren Jackson Jr., John Konchar, Jock Landale, and Vince Williams Jr., the Utah Jazz sent out Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang, and three future first-round picks.
Jackson Jr. is a two-time All-Star, the 2023 NBA defensive player of the year, a two-time blocks leader, and a three-time all-defensive player.
This season, he is averaging 19.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists on 47.5 percent from the floor and 35.9 percent from three.
Utah Jazz Make Splash With Jaren Jackson Jr. Trade
Utah is also bringing in three solid rotational pieces in Konchar, Landale, and Williams Jr.
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