Purdue legend Zach Edey is ready to return to Grizzlies: 'More athletic than ever'
Purdue basketball all-time leading scorer Zach Edey is entering his third season with the NBA's Memphis Grizzlies. Here's how he feels.
Zach Edey, a two-time national Player of the Year for Purdue, is preparing to return to the Memphis Grizzlies after a brief season with just 11 games. Edey, who was drafted ninth overall, stated that he has been focusing on his body and feels more athletic than ever. This summer, he has been in Memphis, ensuring his entire body is in optimal condition.
While Edey acknowledged that there are good and bad days during his rehab, he believes he is in better shape than he was last year. Playing 9.2 points and 8.3 rebounds per game during his rookie season, Edey earned first-team All-Rookie honors in 2024-25. After season-ending left ankle surgery on December 7, he averaged 13.6 points and 11.1 rebounds before his injury.
Grizzlies general manager Zach Kleiman confirmed that Edey is fully ready for the upcoming season, having been cleared for full-speed and court activity. With Nathan Baird and Sam King covering Purdue sports, readers can look forward to their weekly Boilermakers newsletter for more updates.
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