Grizzlies rookie Zach Edey is nearing a return to the court from a sprained left ankle suffered on Nov. 17 against the Nuggets.

Memphis Grizzlies rookie center Zach Edey is close to a return. Edey has missed the past five games while dealing with an ankle injury. The injury was suffered against the Denver Nuggets on Nov. 17. Before the injury, Edey had four consecutive games with at least double figures in scoring and at least three offensive rebounds.

Injuries have been a constant theme for the Memphis Grizzlies the last two seasons. Star point guard Ja Morant has headlined this, playing just nine games last season and already missing 10 games this season.

Memphis Grizzlies coach Taylor Jenkins said rookie Zach Edey is considered week-to-week with a sprained left ankle, according to Michael Wallace of Grizzlies.com.

The Memphis Grizzlies take on the New Orleans Pelicans tonight in a game in which the Grizzlies should be able to handle business. Memphis is the hottest team in the Western Conference while the Pelicans are the worst team in the conference.

Memphis Grizzlies center Zach Edey left the game in the 2nd quarter after an ankle injury. He returned, then left again for good in the 3rd quarter.

It’s been quite some time since the Memphis Grizzlies had their high-end draft pick Zach Edey in the mix. With the rookie dealing with an ankle sprain, he remains on the Grizzlies’ injury report for their Wednesday night matchup against the Detroit Pistons.