While it may be a new look for Grizzlies fans, Jackson won’t even be the first person with his name to play an NBA game with the No. 8 on his back. That honor belongs to his father, Jaren Jackson Sr., who wore the number with the Los Angeles Clippers during the 1992-93 season.

Jersey numbers on professional athletes are one of those things the mind gets used to. When one changes, it feels like something is a little off. Memphis Grizzlies' fans will have to get used to that with Jaren Jackson Jr., who will be mixing it up for the 2025-26 season. Jackson has worn the No. 13 his entire NBA career.