Grizzlies Trade Jaren Jackson Jr. to Jazz in 8-Player Deal

Memphis receives multiple first-round picks and young prospects in blockbuster trade

Feb. 4, 2026 at 1:23pm

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The Memphis Grizzlies have agreed to trade star center Jaren Jackson Jr., along with several role players, to the Utah Jazz in exchange for a package that includes multiple future first-round picks, young prospects Walter Clayton Jr. and Taylor Hendricks, and veteran forward Kyle Anderson.

Why it matters

This trade marks the end of an era in Memphis, as Jackson was a central figure in the Grizzlies' rise alongside Ja Morant. The move appears to confirm that Memphis is pivoting toward a full rebuild, as they now control 12 first-round picks over the next seven years. For Utah, the acquisition of Jackson immediately strengthens their core as they look to build around Lauri Markkanen and Keyonte George.

The details

In the deal, Memphis is sending Jackson, John Konchar, Jock Landale, and Vince Williams Jr. to Utah. In return, the Grizzlies will receive Clayton Jr., Hendricks, Anderson, Georges Niang, and three future first-round draft picks. Jackson, a two-time All-Star and the 2022–23 Defensive Player of the Year, is averaging 19.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.5 blocks per game this season.

  • The trade was agreed to on February 4, 2026, ahead of the NBA trade deadline.

The players

Jaren Jackson Jr.

A 26-year-old center who spent his entire eight-year career with the Memphis Grizzlies, making two All-Star teams and winning the 2022–23 Defensive Player of the Year award.

Walter Clayton Jr.

A young prospect selected 18th overall in the 2025 NBA Draft, who is heading to Memphis as part of the trade.

Taylor Hendricks

The 9th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, Hendricks is another young prospect joining the Grizzlies in the deal.

Kyle Anderson

A veteran forward who is returning to Memphis, where he previously played from 2018 to 2022.

Georges Niang

A forward who has yet to appear in a game this season due to injury, and is also heading to the Grizzlies.

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What’s next

The trade is expected to be finalized before the NBA trade deadline on February 9, 2026.

The takeaway

This blockbuster trade signals a shift in direction for the Memphis Grizzlies, as they pivot toward a full rebuild by acquiring a haul of future first-round picks and young prospects. Meanwhile, the Utah Jazz have added a proven star in Jaren Jackson Jr. to bolster their core and make a push for the playoffs.