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Markkanen and Jackson exit early with injuries against Grizzlies

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 4:35 AM

Last updated Oct 27, 2026

Markkanen and Jackson exit early with injuries against Grizzlies

Summary

Jazz forwards Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr. exited the game against the Grizzlies with injuries early in the first half on October 26. Markkanen suffered a wrist injury, while Jackson was ruled out with a knee issue. Both players have been declared out for the remainder of the contest. Their absence could significantly impact the Jazz's performance for the rest of this game and potentially beyond.

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Status Watch

•Markkanen exits with a wrist injury early in the first half.
•Jackson ruled out due to a knee injury.
•Both players will not return for the remainder of the game.
•The game against the Grizzlies is ongoing.
•Impact on Jazz's performance undetermined at this point.

Latest Updates

4:35 AMYahoo Sports — Sour note: Jazz lose both Lauri Markkanen (wrist) and Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) in loss to Grizzlies
4:20 AMESPN NBA — Jazz's Markkanen (wrist), Jackson (knee) exit early vs. Grizzlies

What they're saying

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Jazz forwards Lauri Markkanen (wrist) and Jaren Jackson Jr. (knee) both exited with injuries early in the first half against the Grizzlies on Monday night and were ruled out for the remainder of the game.
— ESPN NBA