Grizzlies Guard Ty Jerome Set for Season Debut

Jerome to return from preseason calf injury against Timberwolves

Jan. 31, 2026 at 5:47pm

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Memphis Grizzlies guard Ty Jerome is set to make his season debut against the Minnesota Timberwolves on January 31st after recovering from a high grade right calf strain suffered during the preseason. Grizzlies coach Tuomas Iisalo stated that Jerome will be on a "very strict" minutes restriction for his return.

Why it matters

Jerome's return is an important boost for the Grizzlies as they look to solidify their playoff positioning in the Western Conference. The 25-year-old guard is coming off a career season with the Cleveland Cavaliers and provides valuable scoring and playmaking depth for Memphis.

The details

Jerome suffered the calf injury in October during the preseason. The Grizzlies signed him to a three-year contract last July. Last season with the Cavaliers, Jerome averaged 12.5 points and 3.4 assists per game.

  • Jerome is set to make his season debut on January 31, 2026 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.

The players

Ty Jerome

A 25-year-old guard for the Memphis Grizzlies who is set to make his season debut after recovering from a preseason calf injury.

Tuomas Iisalo

The head coach of the Memphis Grizzlies.

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What they’re saying

“Jerome will be on a "very strict" minutes restriction for his return.”

— Tuomas Iisalo, Head Coach, Memphis Grizzlies (commercialappeal.com)

What’s next

The Grizzlies will monitor Jerome's minutes closely as he works his way back into game shape. His return will be an important boost for the team as they look to solidify their playoff positioning in the Western Conference.

The takeaway

Ty Jerome's return from injury provides a much-needed scoring and playmaking boost for the Memphis Grizzlies as they push for a playoff spot in the highly competitive Western Conference.