Taylor Jenkins explained why Ja Morant's Grizzlies have been increasing Jaren Jackson Jr.'s workload amid an injury-riddled season.

Jaren Jackson Jr. had 35 points, 13 rebounds and five assists to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 119-104 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night.

The Memphis big man has reached a new chapter in his career. Jackson has the power to play solo star when the Grizzlies need it.

Upsets happen in every sport but more often than not the road team missing an All-Star is going to fall short. These Memphis Grizzlies do not go gently into that good night regardless of circumstance and a win over the Phoenix Suns is the latest example.

Zach Edey was limiting to 13 minutes for the Grizzlies (24-13) due to a rare off night, but several of his teammates picked up the slack. Jaylen Wells and John Konchar each joined Jackson with more than 10 rebounds.

Monday (1/6) the Memphis Grizzlies secured a 119-104 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, propelled by Jaren Jackson Jr.'s outstanding performance. Jackson Jr. dominated the game with 35 points, 13 rebounds,

The Dallas Mavericks and Memphis Grizzlies met in an injury-riddled Southwest Division matchup on Monday in Tennessee. The Mavericks were without Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, while Memphis was missing Ja Morant,