Zach Edey is more likely to miss the beginning of the 2025-2026 NBA season whereas recovering from surgical procedure.
The Memphis Grizzlies heart sprained his left ankle whereas understanding throughout the week. He’s set to bear surgical procedure for it and can seemingly miss the start of the season as he recovers.
“Throughout an offseason coaching session this week, Edey re-sprained his left ankle. Imaging revealed extreme ligamentous laxity, which would require Edey to bear surgical procedure to deal with the laxity and re-stabilize his ankle,” the Grizzlies’ assertion said.
“A preliminary timeline shall be supplied following surgical procedure, however Edey is anticipated to make a full restoration.”
Edey’s consultant feels that having the middle bear surgical procedure is the very best factor for him long run.
The Grizzlies made Edey the No. 9 general choose within the draft final yr. He performed in 66 video games final season and made 55 begins. He averaged 9.2 factors, 8.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocks per sport whereas ending fifth in NBA Rookie of the Yr Award voting. He made the All-Rookie staff.
The Grizzlies went 48-34 and earned the eighth seed within the Western Convention. They have been swept within the first spherical of the playoffs by the Thunder.
