Zach Edey Stats Tonight: Grizzlies rookie matches up strongly against Victor Wembanyama and Spurs (Jan. 15)

The Memphis Grizzlies squared off against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs in a crucial Western Conference showdown at Frost Bank Center on Wednesday. Zach Edey joined Ja Morant, Jaylen Wells, Desmond Bane and Jaren Jackson Jr. in the Grizzlies' starting lineup.

The 7-foot-4 center started strong, making a significant impact in the first quarter. However, the rookie was unable to add to his scoring tally over the final three quarters.

Edey concluded the game with six points on 3-of-6 shooting, without attempting a single 3-pointer or free throw. He contributed five rebounds, three of which came on the offensive glass, and recorded one steal. In 16:32 minutes, the rookie posted a neutral plus/minus of zero.

Zach Edey through 4 quarters

Zach Edey made an immediate impact, outshining Wembanyama offensively in the first quarter. The former Purdue standout came out firing, knocking down his first three shots and providing a significant scoring boost for Memphis. He wrapped up the opening period with six points on an efficient 3-of-4 shooting, along with two rebounds and a steal in just 6:30 minutes.

The Grizzlies rookie slowed down in the second quarter, unable to add to his six-point tally. By halftime, Edey headed to the locker room with six points, three rebounds and one steal. He shot 3-of-6 from the field while committing two turnovers in 11 minutes.

Zach Edey didn't trouble the scorers in the third quarter, despite logging over five minutes of playing time. While the rookie didn’t add to his point tally, he contributed by securing a pair of rebounds as the Grizzlies surged ahead.

Edey did not see any action in the final quarter of the game, as the Grizzlies, led by Morant, surged ahead to secure a confidence-boosting road victory against a tough and resilient opponent.