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Grizzlies Rookie Jaylen Wells Out for Season Following Severe Injury

The Memphis Grizzlies confirm Wells' season-ending diagnosis, adding to challenges from recent leadership changes and a poor late-season record.

Mar 25, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; Memphis Grizzlies forward Jaylen Wells (0) shoots the ball over Utah Jazz guard Isaiah Collier (13) during the second half at Delta Center. Mandatory Credit: Chris Nicoll-Imagn Images/File Photo
Jaylen Wells #0 of the Memphis Grizzlies is hugged by DeJon Jarreau #77 after scoring the game-winning basket at the buzzer during their NBA Summer League game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Jaylen Wells has now been ruled out for the rest of the season.

Overview

  • Jaylen Wells, the Grizzlies' promising rookie, has been ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a broken wrist and additional injuries during a game against the Hornets on April 8.
  • The injury occurred when Wells was undercut by KJ Simpson, leading to a fall that required immediate medical attention and a stretcher off the court.
  • Wells' absence disrupts Memphis' bench rotation as they fight to secure a favorable playoff seed, currently sitting seventh in the Western Conference standings with two games remaining.
  • The Grizzlies are now evaluating options to fill Wells' minutes while ensuring he receives the care needed for a full recovery ahead of next season.
  • This setback compounds an already difficult period for the Grizzlies, who recently fired head coach Taylor Jenkins and have struggled with a 4-8 record over their last 12 games.