Jazz land JJJ in blockbuster trade, signaling a rebuild

Utah Jazz acquire Jaren Jackson Jr. from the Memphis Grizzlies in an eight-player trade, pairing him with a young core as they push to accelerate their rebuild. Memphis pivots to a long-term reset with a sizable draft haul. The deal reshapes the Western Conference landscape, raising questions about Ja Morant’s future market and highlighting the league’s tanking dynamics. Caveats include Jackson’s health and fit at a max contract and Utah’s ongoing need to balance development with competitiveness.