Jaren Jackson Jr.

With just a single basket separating them from a 13th consecutive victory over their longtime Southwest Division rivals, the Memphis Grizzlies, both wisely and fittingly, put the onus on the shoulders of No. 13. An overwhelming blend of physicality and finesse throughout the night, Jaren Jackson Jr. gets set for his big-time moment, first by snagging a wild, across-the-court inbounds pass, ultimately calming the situation with an isolation from the top of the key. Keeping Jeremy Sochan on his toes with a between-the-leg, crossover combination, the former All-Star big barrels his way into the paint, setting the stage for a smooth, left-handed floater to silence the crowd on the way to a road win on March 22, 2024. Quietly one of the NBA’s top clutch performers, Jackson Jr. matched a dazzling fourth quarter with productivity across the game, recording 28 points, seven rebounds, one steal, two blocks, and two 3-pointers.