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NBA: Ranking the league’s best third options

By Hans Themistode

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Chicago Bulls in action against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on May 15, 2021 in New York City. The Nets defeated the Bulls 105-91.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - MAY 15: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Nikola Vucevic #9 of the Chicago Bulls in action against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on May 15, 2021 in New York City. The Nets defeated the Bulls 105-91.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images) /
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Jaren Jackson Jr.
Jaren Jackson Jr. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images) /

NBA: Ranking the league’s best third options: 8. Jaren Jackson Jr., Memphis Grizzlies

There’s something a bit off with the game of Jaren Jackson Jr. Over the years, the talented forward has flashed moments of greatness and incredible potential. In his best season, Jackson managed to drop over 17 points a game.

But while he’s enticed several NBA staffers, he seems to be regressing a bit. With multiple injuries saddled to his young body, Jackson simply doesn’t look like the same player who can take over a game.

Admittedly, however, his 14.3 points per game are pretty solid but he isn’t what we would consider a number one option. At least, not anymore. That said, with his ability to score on the inside, knock down the long ball, and hit free throws at a near 90% clip, he’s one of the best third options in the entire NBA.