Jaren Jackson Jr. was named a reserve for the NBA All-Star game next month. He was the only Grizzlies player who made it as Ja Morant was not selected

Jaren Jackson Jr. made the go-ahead free throws with 8.6 seconds left for the Grizzlies to finally beat the Rockets after losing the previous three meetings.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. is officially an NBA All Star! Jaren Jackson Jr. was named a reserve for the 74th NBA All-Star game, marking his second trip to the competition after being selected as a reserve in 2023.

Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaren Jackson Jr. has been selected as an NBA All-Star for the second time. Want to comment on our stories or respond to others? Join the conversation by subscribing now. Only paid subscribers can add their thoughts or upvote/downvote comments. Our commenting policy can be viewed here .

Jaren Jackson Jr. scored 15 of his 29 points in the third quarter, Desmond Bane had 20 points and 14 assists and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the New Orleans Pelicans 139-126 on Friday night.

Jaren Jackson Jr. was named as a reserve for the NBA All-Star game next month. He was the only Grizzlies player who made it.

The NBA today announced that Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Jaren Jackson Jr. was named a reserve for the 74th NBA All-Star Game, which will take place at