Jaren Jackson Jr reportedly comfortable with going to Grizzlies
Jaren Jackson Jr is comfortable with the idea of going to the Memphis Grizzlies, according to a report.
The Memphis Grizzlies hold the No. 4 pick in the NBA Draft and are expected to take Jackson with the pick. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski says Jackson is comfortable with that prospect.
Sources: Jaren Jackson Jr., has grown comfortable with the prospect of Memphis drafting him with fourth pick, and provided Grizz officials the requisite personal information they requested. Coach JB Bickerstaff played a big role in selling a vision for Jackson's future there.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 21, 2018
According to Woj, Deandre Ayton is going No. 1 overall to Phoenix, Marvin Bagley III to the Kings, Luka Doncic to the Hawks, then Jackson at No. 4, followed by Mo Bamba and Trae Young.
Here's how the Top 6 of tonight's NBA Draft is taking shape: 1. Suns: Deandre Ayton. 2. Kings: Marvin Bagley Jr.; 3. Hawks: Luka Doncic; 4. Jaren Jackson, Jr.; 5. Mavericks: Mo Bamba; 6. Magic: Trae Young.
— Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn) June 21, 2018
With several players trying to avoid going to certain teams and cities, having a player comfortable with going to your team is important. That’s a key development for the Grizzlies if they in fact draft the Michigan State product.
