NBA Today: 5 best teenagers in the league right now

Zion is one of the best players from the 2019 NBA Draft
Zion is one of the best players from the 2019 NBA Draft

#2 Jaren Jackson Jr. (Memphis Grizzlies), 19 years old

Jackson was the #4 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft
Jackson was the #4 pick in the 2018 NBA Draft

Jaren Jackson Jr. or JJJ, was drafted in the 2018 NBA Draft but is still only 19 years old and is one of the most talented 2-way teenagers in the NBA right now and has showcased his ability last season.

He was superb for the Memphis Grizzlies last season, averaging 13.8 points, 4.7 rebounds, 0.9 steals and 1.4 blocks in only 26 minutes a game. He was in foul trouble all season long which limited his upside but it was there to see.

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His amazing potential as a stretch big man that can also defend the rim and has shown upside on the offensive end as well. His health is the only issue and if he can stay fit, Jackson and Morant will be one of the most talented young duos in the NBA.

Jackson Jr. is the only rookie with 1,500 or more minutes played in NBA history to average at least 19 points, 1.9 blocks, 1 3 pointer and 1 steal in 36 minutes stats. The Grizzlies will be hoping that he improves and hopefully eclipses his ceiling, becoming even better.

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