The Memphis Grizzlies received a major setback on Saturday as ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that All-Rookie center Zach Edey re-sprained his left ankle during an offseason workout and will undergo surgery to re-stabilize the joint.

The 23-year-old center is expected to miss the start of the 2025-26 NBA season. Edey’s latest injury marks the third time he has aggravated the same ankle since initially suffering the sprain during Summer League action last July .

Grizzlies announce surgery after Zach Edey re-aggravates ankle

The Grizzlies confirmed the development in an official statement posted on X, formerly known as Twitter.

“During an offseason training session this week, Edey re-sprained his left ankle. Imaging revealed excessive ligamentous laxity, which will require Edey to

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