Grizzlies’ Zach Edey caught driving 101 mph in 55-mph zone, police say

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey was reportedly stopped in Indiana for allegedly speeding through a 55-mph zone earlier this month.

The 7-foot-4 basketball player was charged with reckless driving and will make a court appearance in Tippecanoe County next week, according to online records.

Edey was clocked going around 101 mph on Indiana 25 on May 1, the Journal & Courier reported, citing a police affidavit.

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Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) shoots as Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) defends during the first quarter at FedExForum.  (Petre Thomas-Imagn Images)

Edey reportedly said he was trying to pass another vehicle, which was his reasoning for speeding.

Edey, who stands at 7’4″, was the ninth pick of last year’s NBA Draft after winning the Naismith Player of the Year in his final two seasons as a Boilermaker. He was named to the All-Rookie First Team, putting up 9.2 points and 8.3 rebounds per contest.

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) dunks during the first quarter against the Oklahoma City Thunder at FedExForum.  (Petre Thomas-Imagn Images)

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He recently underwent ankle surgery that could result in his missing the start of the 2025-26 season. Edey needed the procedure to repair and restabilize his ankle after spraining it again during offseason training last week. 

The Grizzlies said the 7-foot-4 Canadian would be evaluated again in four months, which is less than two weeks before the 2025-26 season opens Oct. 21.

Edey missed 12 games early in the season because of a sprained left ankle. He went on to play in 66 games, making 55 starts.

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey (14) reacts after a dunk during the first half against the Miami Heat at FedExForum.  (Petre Thomas-Imagn Images)

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His Grizzlies clinched the eight-seed in the Western Conference, but were swept by the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder, who are one win away from their first championship since moving from Seattle, in the first round.

Fox News’ Ryan Gaydos contributed to this report.

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