GG Jackson is day-to-day with an ankle and leg issue, according to the Grizzlies' injury report issued Friday at 7:15 p.m. ET, ahead of Memphis's game against the Hornets at 8 p.m. ET. The report lists an expected return date of Oct. 21.
What happened
GG Jackson is day-to-day with an ankle and leg issue, per the Grizzlies' injury report issued Friday at 7:15 p.m. ET. His previous status is not announced. Jackson played through the issue in Memphis's 104-100 preseason win over the Bulls, finishing with 14 points on 5-for-9 shooting, including 1-for-3 from three and 3-for-4 at the line, adding four rebounds, one assist and one block in 17 minutes. The report lists an expected return date of Oct. 21.
What it means for the Grizzlies
Memphis is set to host the Hornets Friday at 8 p.m. ET. Jackson averaged 12.5 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.5 assists in 21.4 minutes across 55 games last season. If he sits, frontcourt minutes could shift toward Santi Aldama, who logged 27.9 minutes and 14.0 points, and Jaren Jackson Jr., who played 30.7 minutes and scored 19.2 points. The Grizzlies have not yet played a 2026-27 regular-season game, so there is no record to measure with or without Jackson on the floor.
What to watch
The next injury report will show whether the ankle and leg issue clears Jackson for the Hornets game or holds him out again. The expected return date of Oct. 21 is announced, with the 2026-27 season approaching. Jackson's next appearance, after playing through the issue against the Bulls, will be the clearest signal of where he stands.
Is GG Jackson playing vs Hornets?
He is day-to-day with an ankle and leg issue on the injury report issued Friday at 7:15 p.m. ET, ahead of Memphis's 8 p.m. game against Charlotte. Whether he plays is not confirmed.
When will GG Jackson be back?
The injury report lists an expected return date of Oct. 21.