Which is why the news Jackson Jr. going to be out weeks with a Grade 2 ankle sprain is such a blow to the Grizzlies. Not good news at any time, but with Ja Morant missing games with a shoulder ...

Ankle sprains are common ... resulting in what we call a sprain. The degree of severity can be different – mild overstretch (Grade 1), partial tear (Grade 2), or full rupture (Grade 3).

How many players in the league are their team’s best offensive player and best defender? Giannis Antetokounmpo is an obvious choice in Milwaukee but after that? Jaren Jackson Jr. is that in Memphis.