Former Purdue center Zach Edey discusses his NBA transition.
Former Purdue center Zach Edey enters Monday’s preseason game against the Pacers averaging 10.3 points and 6.7 rebounds per game in preseason play.
It took more than 3 1/2 college seasons for Purdue basketball all-time great Zach Edey to make a 3-pointer.
It took him 3 games to make one in the NBA.
The No. 9 overall draft pick of the Memphis Grizzlies knocked down a 3 from the right corner Saturday night in a 124-111 victory over the Orlando Magic. It’s his only attempt so far, so at 100%, he’s at least tied for the league lead in 3-point percentage.
Edey scored 7 points. He’s averaging 8.3 points and 5.0 rebounds, and he has already compiled 14 fouls in 51 minutes of action.
Edey’s only college 3-pointer came in a victory over Indiana as a senior.
