9.06.2026 Bobby Marks: Jaren Jackson is unlikely to agree to an extension. Does Memphis need a player on an expiring contract?

An ESPN expert explained why changes can be expected in Memphis. The Grizzlies finished their playoff run today, losing to Oklahoma 0-4.
The problem with Jaren Jackson Jr. is the structure of his contract: his salary is being reduced.
It can only be extended with a maximum increase of 140%.  For example, if he makes $30 million in the first year, and by the end of the contract his salary drops to $22-20 million, then the resulting extension offer could be $146 million over 4 years.  
I won’t speak for Jackson himself: $146 million is a lot of money. But the reality is that if he plays out his current contract and becomes a free agent in 2026, he will have a much better offer.  
And then the question for Memphis is: Do you need a player on an expiring contract if he doesn`t sign an extension? – Marx explained.  
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