Zach Edey to Undergo Surgery, Will Miss Start of 2025-26 NBA Season

07/06/202520:53

Memphis Grizzlies

The All-Rookie center re-sprained his left ankle during an offseason workout and will need surgery

Bad news for the Memphis Grizzlies: according to ESPN and reported by Shams Charania, Zach Edey suffered a re-sprain of his left ankle during an individual offseason workout and will undergo surgery to re-stabilize the joint.

The 2025 NBA All-Rookie Team member is expected to miss the beginning of the 2025-26 NBA season.

His agent Mark Bartelstein told ESPN: “After consulting with the Grizzlies and multiple specialists, we decided this is the best approach for Zach long-term. He will make a full recovery and come back better than ever.”

ESPN reporting: Memphis Grizzlies All-Rookie center Zach Edey re-sprained his left ankle in an offseason workout this week and will undergo surgery to re-stabilize the ankle. Edey will likely miss the beginning of the 2025-26 NBA season. pic.twitter.com/v1jDJ4TU2g

— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) June 7, 2025

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