Grizzlies' Zach Edey: Admirable effort in return

Edey (ankle) registered 13 points (3-6 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds, two blocks and two steals in 25 minutes during Saturday's 108-100 loss to the Cavaliers.

After completing his recovery from June surgery on his left ankle, Edey was cleared to make his season debut Saturday and immediately stepped into the starting five, replacing Jock Landale. Edey didn't exhibit any signs of rust in his return, producing on both ends of the floor while seeing solid minutes out of the gate. As he becomes further removed from ankle surgery, Edey could eventually push toward a regular 30-minute role, though foul trouble and certain matchups with floor-spacing centers could occasionally limit his playing time.