Jazz's Jaren Jackson Jr. to Undergo Knee Surgery After Trade

Growth found in left knee during post-trade physical will require procedure during All-Star break

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Utah Jazz forward Jaren Jackson Jr. will undergo surgery after a post-trade physical revealed a growth in his left knee. The team announced the upcoming surgery on Thursday, stating that Jackson will have the procedure during the NBA All-Star break. It's unclear how long Jackson will be sidelined, but the team said they will provide an update on his return after the surgery.

Why it matters

Jaren Jackson Jr. was a key part of the recent eight-player trade between the Jazz and Grizzlies, so his injury and recovery timeline could have a significant impact on Utah's season. As the 2023 NBA Defensive Player of the Year, Jackson's presence on the court is crucial for the Jazz as they look to build on their recent success.

The details

The growth found in Jackson's left knee is a localized pigmented villonodular synovitis. He consulted with several medical professionals after the issue was detected in an MRI during his post-trade physical. The Jazz said they will provide more details on Jackson's recovery timeline after the surgery is completed during the All-Star break.

  • On February 12, 2026, the Jazz announced that Jackson will undergo surgery on his left knee.
  • The surgery is scheduled to take place during the NBA All-Star break.

The players

Jaren Jackson Jr.

A two-time NBA All-Star and the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year, Jackson was recently traded from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Utah Jazz.

Utah Jazz

The NBA team that acquired Jaren Jackson Jr. in a recent eight-player trade with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Memphis Grizzlies

The NBA team that traded Jaren Jackson Jr. to the Utah Jazz as part of an eight-player deal.

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What’s next

The Jazz will provide an update on Jaren Jackson Jr.'s recovery timeline after his surgery is completed during the NBA All-Star break.

The takeaway

Jaren Jackson Jr.'s injury is a significant setback for the Jazz after acquiring him in a major trade, but the team is taking the necessary steps to ensure he receives proper medical treatment and can return to the court as soon as possible.