Zach Edey Amazes NBA Fans with Dominant Preseason Game for Grizzlies vs. Pacers
Taylyn HadleyOctober 15, 2024
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Ninth overall pick Zach Edey and the Memphis Grizzlies secured another preseason victory, this time winning 120-116 over the Indiana Pacers on Monday night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
NBA @NBAZach Edey up to 21 points after the slick dish from Jake LaRavia 🤝
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Although Brandon Clarke got the start at center over Edey on Monday, the rookie finished the night with an impressive 23 points, nine rebounds and one steal while shooting 10 for 15 from the field.
Fourth-year Grizzly Desmond Bane contributed 23 points, two rebounds, and two assists to complement Edey’s performance.
NBA @NBAZach Edey putting Marcus Smart’s pregame drop step lessons to use! 👀 pic.twitter.com/zxxIext11u
The 7’4″ center’s remarkable height, combined with his athleticism and physical presence, presents a significant defensive asset for a Grizzlies team that struggled last season, finishing No. 19 in defensive rating.
The 22-year-old impressed fans as he nears his regular season debut.
Boiler Burner @BoilerBurner1Zach Edey after 3 quarters:
21 points (9-13, 3-4 FT)
9 rebounds (3 off.)
16 minutes played.
His game won’t translate though!!!!! pic.twitter.com/j8LOVVW9Ly
StatMuse @statmuseZach Edey tonight:
23 PTS
9 REB
10-15 FG
and he only played 18 minutes pic.twitter.com/lv3MsiLdm5
Siriusly Black @proseccopadre_I can’t wait for him to dominate so all the “analytics” guys can shut up about the big man isn’t needed https://t.co/tTMFDYtCte
Byrum Brown #₁₇ Glazer (2-4) (fan account) @ByrumBrownAnd people said he wasn’t an NBA type player @NBA https://t.co/vQoRhHo4v2
Dee Phunk @DeePhunkNUMBER 9. He slipped to NINTH. Eight other teams are about to learn to live with regret. https://t.co/bWY3MiFnS5
Jordan Stocks @StockTalks21Myles Turner is 6’11 250. He’s a two time NBA blocks leader.
Zach Edey just ate his lunch the entire 1st half. It was clear and evident that Turner could not handle Edey’s size or jump hook.
The NBA is about to know who Zach Edey is real soon.
The Grizzlies will wrap up their preseason at home on Friday against the Miami Heat before kicking off their regular season on the road against the Utah Jazz on Oct. 23.
