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The Memphis Grizzlies have agreed to trade star forward Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Utah Jazz in a seven player deal, according to sources who spoke with ESPN’s Shams Charania. In return, Memphis will receive Walter Clayton Jr., Kyle Anderson, Taylor Hendricks, Georges Niang and three first round draft picks. Utah also acquired Jock Landale and Vince Williams Jr. as part of the transaction, which was finalized two days ahead of Thursday’s NBA trade deadline.
Jackson, 26, is one of the league’s premier two way players. A two time All Star, he was named NBA Defensive Player of the Year for the 2022 23 season and remains a central figure in Memphis’ recent success. He has three seasons remaining on a five year contract worth $205 million, which includes a player option for the 2029 30 season.
The move marks one of the most significant deals to take place ahead of this year’s deadline, which has been relatively quiet so far. With just over 48 hours remaining until teams must finalize trades by Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, league altering transactions have been scarce.
Atlanta made headlines earlier this season by trading All Star guard Trae Young roughly a month ago, but otherwise activity has been limited. Over the weekend, the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers completed a swap involving De’Andre Hunter and Keon Ellis, while the Hawks followed up by sending Vit Krejci to the Portland Trail Blazers. The lack of early movement stands in contrast to the fast paced trade activity seen during the opening days of February 2025.
That could soon change. Momentum around the league is beginning to build as front offices reassess their options. On Monday night, Charania reported that the LA Clippers and James Harden are working through trade discussions that could result in the 11 time All Star being moved.
Elsewhere, the Milwaukee Bucks continue to evaluate potential trade partners for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Any movement involving the former MVP could trigger a ripple effect across the league, pulling previously inactive teams into negotiations.
Additional questions remain as the deadline approaches. Could the Dallas Mavericks explore options involving Anthony Davis? Might the Grizzlies consider further moves centered around Ja Morant? And will the Kings or Cavaliers build on their recent deal with another bold decision?
Jackson, 26, is one of the league’s premier two way players. A two time All Star, he was named NBA Defensive Player of the Year for the 2022 23 season and remains a central figure in Memphis’ recent success. He has three seasons remaining on a five year contract worth $205 million, which includes a player option for the 2029 30 season.
The move marks one of the most significant deals to take place ahead of this year’s deadline, which has been relatively quiet so far. With just over 48 hours remaining until teams must finalize trades by Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, league altering transactions have been scarce.
Atlanta made headlines earlier this season by trading All Star guard Trae Young roughly a month ago, but otherwise activity has been limited. Over the weekend, the Sacramento Kings and Cleveland Cavaliers completed a swap involving De’Andre Hunter and Keon Ellis, while the Hawks followed up by sending Vit Krejci to the Portland Trail Blazers. The lack of early movement stands in contrast to the fast paced trade activity seen during the opening days of February 2025.
That could soon change. Momentum around the league is beginning to build as front offices reassess their options. On Monday night, Charania reported that the LA Clippers and James Harden are working through trade discussions that could result in the 11 time All Star being moved.
Elsewhere, the Milwaukee Bucks continue to evaluate potential trade partners for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Any movement involving the former MVP could trigger a ripple effect across the league, pulling previously inactive teams into negotiations.
Additional questions remain as the deadline approaches. Could the Dallas Mavericks explore options involving Anthony Davis? Might the Grizzlies consider further moves centered around Ja Morant? And will the Kings or Cavaliers build on their recent deal with another bold decision?
