Zach Edey has delivered an immediate two-way impact with several impressive offensive performances, all while being an anchor on defense with his shot blocking and rebounding abilities. When Edey was out at the beginning of the season, the Grizzlies relied heavily on Jock Landale for rebounding, but they also discovered the backup big man could shoot a very accurate three-pointer.
That said, Edey’s return has done nothing but elevate the team so far. Since his return on November 15th in Cleveland, the Grizzlies have won six out of their last ten games. He helped Memphis snap an almost two-year California losing streak with a win over the Clippers in Los Angeles, then carried the momentum northward to Sacramento, where he had an outstanding performance. Against the Kings, Edey recorded a career-high 32 points, shooting 80% from the field, along with 17 rebounds and five blocks.
