Now, with Ed seemingly on his way out, it seems like a good time to revisit the highly discussed and controversial Rudy Gay trade.įirst, let's take a look back at the contract extension that seems to be at the root of this entire ordeal. Often the butt of jokes, Ed Davis was never able to truly live up to his hype coming out of North Carolina here in the Bluff City. Ed's time in Memphis has been laced with potential, disappointment, and mockery. The Memphis Grizzlies, per multiple reports, have decided not to extend a Qualifying Offer to the 25-year-old 'hidden gem of the Rudy Gay trade', Ed Davis.