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Jazz Forwards Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson, Jr. Exit Early with Injuries Against Grizzlies
Ty Jerome’s scoring surge has fueled Memphis’ best start since 2017-18, while rookie Cameron Boozer has added steady production.
- On Monday in Salt Lake City, Utah Jazz forwards Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson both exited early against the Memphis Grizzlies with injuries, with Markkanen suffering a wrist injury and Jackson injuring his right knee in the first half.
- Entering the matchup, the Memphis Grizzlies held a 3-0 record, their best start since the 2017-18 season, fueled by an unexpected scoring surge from veteran point guard Ty Jerome following Ja Morant's offseason departure.
- Rookie forward Cameron Boozer has impressed teammates with his poise, prompting Jerome to remark, "Boozer is the most mature 19-year-old I've ever seen." Boozer had 16 points and 11 rebounds against Sacramento.
- The Utah Jazz struggled on Sunday, falling 132-123 to the Los Angeles Lakers, leaving them to face Monday's game against Memphis as the second leg of a back-to-back without their injured stars.
- Jazz coach Will Hardy remains optimistic about his team's trajectory despite recent setbacks, stating, "I think our team is improving in a bunch of areas," and emphasizing that challenging games accelerate development for young roster members.
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Jazz forwards Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson, Jr. exit early with injuries against Grizzlies
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah Jazz forwards Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson, Jr. both exited with injuries early in the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies on Monday night
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