October 14, 2024
Edey finished with 23 points (10-15 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one steal across 19 minutes in Monday's 120-116 preseason win over the Pacers.
ANALYSISThe rookie dominated the Pacers in the paint as he scored 23 points while shooting 66.7 percent from the field, tying
Desmond Bane's game high in points as well. Edey is set to serve as the Grizzlies' starting center alongside
Jaren Jackson in the frontcourt, and Edey has made an impact during the preseason while looking like a potential Rookie of the Year candidate. While preseason competition clearly differs from the regular season, the 22-year-old's play thus far bodes well for his role to begin the 2024-25 campaign.