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March 5, 2026
Ruled out Wednesday
Jerome (calf) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Portland.
Analysis
Jerome will be held out of the second leg of this back-to-back set due to right calf injury management. His next opportunity to play will come Saturday against the Clippers. The Grizzlies are set to be extremely shorthanded Wednesday, leaving significant minutes available for the likes of Walter Clayton, Cam Spencer and Javon Small.
March 4, 2026
Doubtful Wednesday
Jerome (calf) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Portland.
Analysis
The expectation is that Memphis will keep Jerome out of action for calf injury management on the second leg of the team's back-to-back set. Jahmai Mashack and Walter Clayton will be asked to help pick up the slack in the Grizzlies' depleted backcourt Wednesday.
March 4, 2026
Scores 14 points in loss
Jerome (thigh) ended with 14 points (4-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one steal in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 117-110 loss to the Timberwolves.
Analysis
After missing the last two games while recovering from a left thigh contusion, Jerome was back in the starting five but struggled to find his rhythm from the field. Since being cleared to make his season debut Jan. 31 after a lengthy recovery from a right calf strain, Jerome has yet to play in both ends of the three back-to-back sets that the Grizzlies have had. With that in mind, Jerome could be held out of action for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.
March 4, 2026
Will play Tuesday
Jerome (thigh) has been cleared to play in Tuesday's game against Minnesota.
Analysis
As expected, Jerome will return to the court Tuesday after missing a pair of matchups while tending to a bruised thigh. He'll draw the start at point guard in his ninth appearance of the 2025-26 campaign.
March 3, 2026
On track to play
Jerome (thigh) is trending toward playing in Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves, Chris Herrington of The Daily Memphian reports.
Analysis
Jerome remains listed as questionable due to a bruised left thigh, but this report indicates that he's progressing in the right direction. Expect official confirmation on his availability closer to tipoff.
March 2, 2026
Could return Tuesday
Jerome (thigh) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis
Jerome is in danger of missing his third straight matchup while dealing with a left thigh bruise. He was added to the injury report as doubtful ahead of Sunday's game, so it appears he's making progress in his recovery. The Grizzlies should have a better idea of Jerome's availability for Tuesday closer to tipoff.
March 1, 2026
Out Sunday
Jerome (thigh) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis
Jerome will miss his second consecutive contest due to a left thigh contusion sustained during his 22-point performance against the Warriors last Wednesday. In his absence, Memphis will likely continue to rely on Scotty Pippen, Walter Clayton, and Javon Small to handle the bulk of the backcourt minutes.
February 28, 2026
Doubtful for Sunday
Jerome (thigh) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis
Jerome was sidelined for Friday's loss to the Mavericks due to a left thigh contusion, and his status remains in jeopardy for Sunday's matchup. If he is unable to suit up, the Grizzlies would likely continue to lean on Scotty Pippen, Walter Clayton and Javon Small to handle increased minutes in the backcourt.
February 28, 2026
Not playing Friday
Jerome (thigh) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Dallas.
Analysis
Jerome was initially tagged as doubtful due to a left thigh contusion, so it's no surprise to see him ruled out for Friday's contest. Scotty Pippen, Walter Clayton and Javon Small are all slated for more minutes and larger roles in Jerome's absence. His next chance to suit up is Sunday against Indiana.
February 26, 2026
Unlikely to go Friday
Jerome is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Mavericks due to a left thigh contusion.
Analysis
Jerome put up 22 points in Wednesday's loss to the Warriors and appears to have picked up a thigh injury along the way. Assuming he's ultimately downgraded to out, look for Scotty Pippen, Walter Clayton and Javon Small to get more looks in the backcourt.