It’s not often that the No. 9 pick in the NBA Draft is the gambling favorite to win Rookie of the Year, but this is a strange draft class and Zach Edey is the strangest player in it. The Purdue star was considered a fringe NBA prospect a year ago. Now, he’s expected to be […]
Zach Edey injury update: Grizzlies rookie heads to locker room after awkwardly twisting ankle
Zach Edey was perhaps the most polarizing player in the 2024 NBA Draft not named Bronny James. The Purdue big man’s dominance in college, paired with his height and size, made scouts wonder if he could approach that level of production in the NBA. The Grizzlies selected the 7-4, 300-pound center at No. 9 in […]
When does Zach Edey play in NBA Summer League? Stats, highlights and schedule for Grizzlies rookie
The 2024 NBA Draft is behind us and the rookies of this year’s class are ready to take the floor. Purdue star Zach Edey is among the most highly anticipated NBA debuts after a decorated college basketball career that resulted in back-to-back Player of the Year trophies. The 7-4 monster dominated for the Boilermakers this […]
Did the Grizzlies reach for Zach Edey? Explaining why Memphis selected Purdue star with No. 9 pick in 2024 NBA Draft
Zach Edey is one of the most polarizing players of the 2024 NBA Draft and his early selection drew even more questions from fans. Edey dominated college basketball, joining a rare company of players to win two national Player of the Year awards. It led to him landing with the Grizzlies at No. 9 overall. […]
NBA Draft 2024: Ranking the top 15 college players, including Stephon Castle and Zach Edey
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