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January 29, 2026
Unlikely to go vs. Pelicans
Jerome (calf) is doubtful for Friday's game against New Orleans.
Analysis
Jerome logged another practice with the Grizzlies' G League affiliate, the Memphis Hustle, on Wednesday, but he's unlikely to make his season debut Friday after being tagged as doubtful. His next chance to take the court will arrive Saturday against the T-Wolves.
January 29, 2026
Recalled to NBA
The Grizzlies recalled Jerome (calf) from the G League's Memphis Hustle on Wednesday.
Analysis
Jerome got a practice session in with the Hustle on Wednesday before being recalled to the NBA, which is an encouraging sign that he may make his season debut soon. Memphis has an upcoming back-to-back this weekend, playing Friday in New Orleans and Saturday at home versus Minnesota. Jerome can be considered doubtful for those contests until the Grizzlies release an injury report Thursday afternoon.
January 28, 2026
Practicing in G League
Jerome (calf) practiced with the G League's Memphis Hustle on Wednesday.
Analysis
This is another step in the right direction for Jerome. Based on previous comments from coach Tuomas Iisalo, a return towards the end of January could potentially be on the table for the veteran guard.
January 24, 2026
Closing in on season debut
Grizzlies head coach Tuomas Iisalo said Friday that Jerome (calf) is likely to make his season debut within 1-to-2 weeks, Jonah Dylan of The Memphis Commercial Appeal reports.
Analysis
After inking a two-year, $18 million deal with Memphis in the offseason, Jerome has yet to make his Grizzlies debut while he works his way back from the high-grade right calf strain he sustained late in the preseason. According to Damichael Cole of The Memphis Commercial Appeal, Iisalo said that Jerome has resumed taking part in 5-on-5 work in practices, and assuming the veteran guard experiences no setbacks while building up over the next week or two, he'll get the green light to play in games. With the Grizzlies announcing Saturday that Ja Morant (elbow) will be out at least three weeks before being re-evaluated, Jerome could be called upon to handle a prominent role in the Memphis backcourt right away upon gaining clearance.