Edey averaged 23.8 points and 12.5 rebounds in college career
Edey's addition could lead to playoff run with Morant's recovery and Jackson's improvement
Grizzlies had record of 27-55 due to injuries to Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr.
Impressive March Madness stats: 29.5 pts, 14.5 rebs per game
Rebuilding Memphis frontcourt with Edey: size, scoring ability, rebounding prowess
Zach Edey, 7-foot-4 Purdue player, drafted ninth by Memphis Grizzlies
Zach Edey, the two-time AP men's college basketball player of the year from Purdue University, was selected ninth overall by the Memphis Grizzlies in the 2024 NBA Draft. With a height of 7-foot-4 and impressive statistics during his college career, Edey is expected to bring significant contributions to the Grizzlies.
Edey's impressive college basketball career saw him average 23.8 points and 12.5 rebounds in two seasons with Purdue. In March Madness, he averaged an impressive 29.5 points and 14.5 rebounds per game, including a standout performance of 40 points and 16 rebounds in the Elite Eight and a remarkable 37-point effort in the championship game.
The Memphis Grizzlies had a challenging season with injuries to key players Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr., resulting in a record of 27-55. With Edey joining the team, there is potential for a playoff run as Morant recovers from injury and Jackson continues to improve.
Edey's addition to the Grizzlies roster marks another step towards rebuilding their frontcourt after a disappointing season. The 7-foot-4 center will bring his impressive size, scoring ability, and rebounding prowess to Memphis as they aim for a successful return to the playoffs.
Zach Edey was selected with the No. 9 pick by the Memphis Grizzlies.
Zach Edey is a 7-foot-4, 300 pound former Purdue basketball player.
Edey won national player of the year honors in each of the past two years.
Purdue reached their first Final Four since 1980 with Edey’s help.
Three mock drafts have Edey going to the New Orleans Pelicans at No. 21 overall, while another three have him going to the Toronto Raptors at No. 19 overall.
Edey was measured at 7 feet and 3 3/4 inches without shoes at the NBA Draft Combine, making him the tallest player there.
Edey’s wingspan was measured at 7 feet and 10 3/4 inches, which was the longest among participating players.