Memphis Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey received an Instagram comment from Jaren Jackson Jr.
The Memphis Grizzlies selected Purdue center Zach Edey with the 9th overall pick in the 2024 NBA draft. In his final season at Purdue, Edey took home numerous awards, averaging 25.2 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks.
At 7-foot-4, Edey will have a very clear role in the Grizzlies’ offense. While he showed the ability to score at the collegiate level, Edey will likely begin his NBA career being asked primarily to set screens, rebound, and protect the rim. There will certainly be lob opportunities for Edey playing alongside Ja Morant, but at least to start his career it seems the 22-year-old will be asked to play a role similar to the one Steven Adams filled in Memphis., Edey shared his 99 overall NBA 2K24 MyTeam card. Along with other top draft picks, Edey received this 99 overall 2K24 MyTeam card ahead of his rookie season where he will begin with a 72 overall rating in 2K25.
There is a chance Edey begins the season starting alongside Jackson, which has the potential to be a very high-level defensive front court. The 2023 NBA Defensive Player of the Year, Jackson plays his best basketball next to a traditional center.Title: Credentialed writer covering the NBA for Sports Illustrated's FanNation Email: joeylinn52@gmail.
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