Zach Edey plays for the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA. Before getting drafted in the 2024 NBA draft, Edey played for the Purdue Boilermakers in the collegiate league of the Big Ten conference. In the 2023-24 college season, Edey averaged 25.2 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 2.2 blocks per game. He shot 62.3% from the field and was named the Big Ten Player of the Year after his senior season in college. Edey plays at the center position and is known for his impressive physical attributes which include his huge size, wingspan, and leaping abilities. At just 22 years of age, the center has attracted attention from many fans and media in recent seasons.
After his junior year in college, Edey initially declared for the 2023 NBA draft but later withdrew as the deadline came close. He opted to complete his college basketball career. Eventually, in April 2024, Edey declared for the 2024 NBA draft and was selected by the Memphis Grizzlies.
Zach Edey Team Canada
Zach Edey plays for the Canadian national team. Coach Jordi Fernandez came up with a vibrant roster for the 2023 FIBA World Cup that included both experienced veterans and a strong young core. Superstar guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was leading the team’s offense along with RJ Barrett. Additionally, center Zach Edey and forward Dillion Brooks were the team’s key defensive players.
In the 2023 FIBA tournament, Zach Edey represented Canada and played in 3 games, averaging 6.3 minutes per game. During his limited playing time, he displayed perfect shooting efficiency, going 100% from the field with 2.3 field goals made per game on 2.3 attempts. Although he didn’t take any three-point shots, he maintained his field goal efficiency on two-pointers. Edey averaged 0.7 free throw attempts per game but was unsuccessful in converting these attempts. He also contributed on the boards, averaging 1.7 rebounds (0.7 offensive and 1.0 defensive), along with 0.7 assists, 0.3 blocks, 0.3 turnovers, and 1.0 points per game.
Zach Edey represented Team Canada at the 2021 U19 FIBA World Cup, which was held in Latvia. He won the bronze medal and averaged 15.1 points, tournament-high 14.1 rebounds, and 2.3 blocks per game. In May 2022, Edey agreed to play for Canada’s senior team for three years.
FAQs
A. The Canadian player is listed at 7 feet 4 inches or 2.24 m tall and weighs around 306 lb or 140 kg. Additionally, he has a long 7 ‘10.5’’ wingspan.
A. In his senior college season, Edey averaged 25.2 points and 12.2 rebounds per game for the Purdue Boilermakers.
A. Edey withdrew from the 2023 NBA draft to complete his fourth year in college.
A. Zach Edey is a Canadian national. His mother was a Chinese citizen who migrated to Canada, and his father is a Canadian citizen.
A. Zach Edey is 22 years old. He was born on May 14, 2002.
A. Internationally, Zach Edey plays basketball for Canada.
