Memphis Grizzlies centre Zach Edey has sprained his left ankle again and the team said Saturday that the All-Rookie team selection will need surgery.
The Grizzlies said the 7-foot-3 Edey was working out this week when he injured the ankle again. Imaging revealed excessive ligamentous laxity, which will be addressed with surgery that will also restabilize his ankle.
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The two-time national player of the year at Purdue missed 12 games early in the season because of a sprained left ankle. He went on to play in 66 games, making 55 starts, and averaged 9.2 points and a rookie-leading 8.3 rebounds.
The Grizzlies said a preliminary timeline for recovery will be provided after surgery and that Edey is expected to make a full recovery.