Zach Edey is set to have off‑season surgery on his left ankle. Edey re‑sprained the same ankle during a recent workout. Imaging showed excessive ligamentous laxity, prompting the decision to undergo a stabilization procedure. Full coverage live of the NBA and Edey on 92.9 FM ESPN.
Though the team hasn’t provided an exact timetable, all signs point to Edey missing the start of the 2025–26 NBA season. His agent, Mark Bartelstein, emphasized that surgery is the “best approach” to ensure a full recovery, hoping Edey returns “better than ever” and “with no limitations" according to CBS Sports.
In his rookie year, Edey played 66 games (55 starts), averaging 9.2 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 1.3 blocks—earning All-Rookie First Team honors and finishing fifth in Rookie of the Year voting. The Grizzlies likely will need alternate options early next season, but are optimistic his long-term potential remains intact.