Height
6'9"
Weight
210 lbs
Age
21
College
South Carolina
Experience
2 yrs
Wingspan
6'11.5"
Reach
8'10.0"
Hand Size
8.5" × 10"
Fan Verdict
Grade this player:
Career StatsC-
| Year | Team | GP | PPG | RPG | APG | SPG | BPG | FG% | 3PT% | FT% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 124 | 11.8 | 4.2 | 1.4 | 0.6 | 0.8 | 49.9% | 34.3% | 73.0% |
| 2025-26 | | 48 | 11.8 | 4.2 | 1.4 |
Current Contract
Length
2 years
Total Value
$4.6M
Guaranteed
$4.6M
AAV
$2.3M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
GG Jackson's two-year, $2.3M AAV deal earns a B+ CVI, representing solid value for a developing wing still finding his footing in Memphis. The third-year player is posting 11.8 PPG and 4.2 RPG across 48 games this season, respectable production that aligns with his All-Rookie 2nd Team honors from 2024 but hasn't yet elevated beyond his C- performance grade. At just 21 years old, Jackson's contract provides excellent financial flexibility for a team clearly in evaluation mode, as evidenced by their recent string of 10-day signings for fringe players like Adama Bal and Lucas Williamson. His salary represents minimal risk for a franchise that can afford to be patient with his development, especially given the upside that still generates cautious optimism despite recent controversies around his vocal criticism of officials. The two-year term gives Memphis time to assess whether Jackson can transform his flashes of athletic brilliance into consistent production without creating long-term cap complications. While his current inconsistency and public statements have drawn mixed reviews, the contract structure allows the Grizzlies to retain a potential building block at below-market rates during a crucial developmental window.
Performance Analysis
GG Jackson earns a C- Performance grade, indicating below-average production relative to other NBA small forwards this season. Through 124 games, GG is contributing 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game in his role. GG's strongest area is FG% at 49.9, which compares favorably to the small forward median of 46.0. The biggest area for growth is APG at 1.4 (small forward median: 4.0). Among 119 NBA small forwards graded this season, GG ranks 45th. As a All-Rookie 2nd Team talent at just 21, GG's development trajectory suggests the best is yet to come for the Memphis Grizzlies.
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