Zach Edey shines in Toronto with double-double in Grizzlies win over Raptors

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Zach Edey, a rookie center for the Memphis Grizzlies, played his first NBA game in Toronto, scoring 13 points and grabbing 14 rebounds in a 138-107 win over the Raptors. This marked his eighth double-double of the season. Edey has been performing well recently, with three consecutive double-doubles. He averaged 9.8 points and 7.6 rebounds per game this season, showing improvement since being drafted ninth overall by Memphis last summer. Despite initial doubts about his agility, Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins believes Edey is developing well in the NBA. Edey expressed gratitude for joining a competitive team, as the Grizzlies aim for the top spot in the Western Conference.


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