Congratulations! In the first round of the No. 9 show, the Grizzlies selected Chinese players and once said that they wanted to come to China to have a look

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2024-06-27 09:24

In the 2024 NBA Draft, the Memphis Grizzlies selected a high-profile young player with the No. 9 pick in the first round - Zach Eddie. The tall and well-rounded center quickly became a rising star in basketball with his amazing basketball talent and unique Chinese ancestry. Zach Eddie, or more so the more familiar Zhou Zhihao, his basketball path is full of legends.

Zach Eddie played in 39 games for the team in the 2023-24 season, averaging an astonishing 25.2 points, 12.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.2 blocks in 32 minutes per game, shooting 62.3% from the field and 71.1% from the free-throw line. That's a statistic that proves his dominance on the court and makes him a bright star in the draft.

However, Zach Eddie's basketball path has not been easy. His maternal grandparents were Cantonese immigrants, his mother, Julia-Eddy's family, came to Canada at an early age, and his father was a white man. Such a family background allowed Zach Eddie to feel both the influence of Chinese culture and the impact of Western culture when he was growing up. But it was this experience that gave him a different basketball vision and way of thinking.

In an interview, Zach Eddie talked about his views on Chinese identity. He said that during the games in Toronto and Chicago, Asian fans often came to watch his games, which made him feel warm and supported from his hometown. He is proud of his Chinese, Canadian heritage and hopes to fulfill his wish to visit China once he has established himself in the NBA.

"I've never been to China, I want to go there, it's been on my bucket list for a long time." Zach Eddy said in an interview, "Beijing may be an uncharacteristic answer, but it's a big city I want to see." I would ask my grandfather to see what places he would recommend. His words were full of curiosity and yearning for China, and also showed us the sincerity and humility of a young player.

Zach Eddie's basketball talent and Chinese ancestry have put him in the spotlight in the NBA Draft. His addition not only breathes new life into the Grizzlies, but also brings more possibilities to the entire NBA league. His basketball journey continues, and we have reason to believe that he will continue to surprise and move us in the days to come.

In Zach Eddie's basketball story, we can not only see the growth process of a young player, but also feel the blending and inheritance of a culture. His Chinese heritage has made him unique on the pitch and has earned him more attention and support. His basketball talent and hard work have made him a shining star in the NBA.

In addition to his wonderful performances on the basketball court, Zach Eddie also actively participates in community welfare activities and uses his influence to contribute to society. He knows that his success is inseparable from the support of his family, friends and fans, so he always gives back to the community and the fans with a grateful heart.

In the days to come, we look forward to Zach Eddie continuing to shine in the NBA and bringing more exciting games and memorable moments to fans." At the same time, we also hope that his Chinese ancestry can become a bridge connecting the basketball culture of China and the United States, and promote the exchange and cooperation of basketball between the two countries.

Congratulations Zach Eddie! In the first round of the No. 9 show, the Grizzlies selected Chinese-American players, which was a glorious moment for him and a carnival for all basketball lovers. Let's look forward to him creating more brilliance on the road of basketball in the future!

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