Zach Edey addresses skepticism ahead of Memphis Grizzlies' season
2 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 4:00 AM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
Zach Edey emphasized his determination to prove doubters wrong during the Grizzlies' Media Day on September 29, 2026. Following a significant team overhaul that included trading Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant, the Grizzlies aim to navigate a rebuilding year led by rookie Cameron Boozer. Edey, entering his third NBA season, highlighted the team's youthful core and potential for growth despite last season's struggles. He also aims for a return to form after an injury-plagued year that limited him to just 11 games. Healthy contributions from Edey will be crucial for the team's aspirations in the 2026-27 campaign.
- •Edey sends a message of determination during Media Day on September 29, 2026.
- •The Grizzlies traded Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant, entering a rebuilding phase.
- •Cameron Boozer is expected to lead the team into the future.
- •Edey played only 11 games last season due to an injury.
- •Grizzlies will focus on developing their young core this season.
- 4:00 AMYahoo Sports — Grizzlies news: Scotty Pippen Jr. drops bold declaration on 2026-27 Memphis squad
- 3:33 AMYahoo Sports — Grizzlies news: Zach Edey sends stern message on doubters ahead of 2026-27 season
"The Memphis Grizzlies are entering a new era this season following last year’s deadline trade of Jaren Jackson Jr. and this offseason’s deal involving Ja Morant. This is a rebuilding Grizzlies team, and one of those intriguing young players is Scotty Pippen Jr. Pippen missed most of last season after suffering a toe injury , but he’s back and ready […] The post Grizzlies news: Scotty Pippen Jr. drops bold declaration on 2026-27 Memphis squad appeared first on ClutchPoints.
"The Memphis Grizzlies hit a hard reset in 2026, trading away Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant to set themselves off into a new era of basketball — with third overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft Cameron Boozer now set to lead the team into the future. With that said, many expect the Grizzlies to have a bit of a transition year after winning just 25 […] The post Grizzlies news: Zach Edey sends stern message on doubters ahead of 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 4:00 AMGrizzlies news: Scotty Pippen Jr. drops bold declaration on 2026-27 Memphis squad
The Memphis Grizzlies are entering a new era this season following last year’s deadline trade of Jaren Jackson Jr. and this offseason’s deal involving Ja Morant. This is a rebuilding Grizzlies team, and one of those intriguing young players is Scotty Pippen Jr. Pippen missed most of last season after suffering a toe injury , but he’s back and ready […] The post Grizzlies news: Scotty Pippen Jr. drops bold declaration on 2026-27 Memphis squad appeared first on ClutchPoints.
- Yahoo SportsSep 29, 2026, 3:33 AMGrizzlies news: Zach Edey sends stern message on doubters ahead of 2026-27 season
The Memphis Grizzlies hit a hard reset in 2026, trading away Jaren Jackson Jr. and Ja Morant to set themselves off into a new era of basketball — with third overall pick of the 2026 NBA Draft Cameron Boozer now set to lead the team into the future. With that said, many expect the Grizzlies to have a bit of a transition year after winning just 25 […] The post Grizzlies news: Zach Edey sends stern message on doubters ahead of 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
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