Zach Edey scores 13 points in the Grizzlies loss

Grizzlies center Zach Edey was taken at No. 9 overall in the 2024 NBA Draft and has quickly become a hot topic around the league.

Edey has long been a polarizing figure in the basketball world and stands 7 feet tall. He possesses more traditional skills that raise many questions about his theoretical success at the NBA level.

So far, Edey has seen a string of performances, including a 16-minute foul on opening night, and an efficient 13-point outburst against the Rockets just a few games ago.

In a battle against Brooklyn on Wednesday, Edey managed to put together another decent game.

In the 18 minutes played, again from the starting lineup, Edey scored 13 points on 6-for-9 shooting from the field. He didn’t make another awe-inspiring three-pointer, but he was able to muster two rebounds, one steal and one assist.

The Grizzlies ultimately couldn’t come away with the win, losing to the Nets and moving to under .500 at 2-3 on the season.

There is no doubt that Edey has talent. But the biggest questions surrounding his game revolve around his ability to succeed in the NBA offense (without being fed often) and his foot speed on defense.

For now, Edey and Memphis are taking it one game at a time as they continue to incorporate the behemoth into their starting rotation. He’ll undoubtedly remain in the rotation, but his starting spot could be in jeopardy if he gets some hot frontcourt shots on his heels. Either way, Memphis has options.

The Grizzlies will take on the streaky Milwaukee Bucks tomorrow at 7:00 PM CT. Edey will have a tough matchup with his selection of 7-footers in Brook Lopez or former MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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