Grizzlies enjoy team-wide romp in last home game before trade deadliine
It was the first win for the Grizzlies on their home floor since Jan. 11 against the Brooklyn Nets. Related content:
Grizzlies muzzle Timberwolves to break losing streak
The Grizzlies used long-range shooting to build a double-digit lead in the first half, and maintained a double-digit advantage through much of the fourth quarter.
Box score: Grizzlies 137, Timberwolves 128
Box score for the NBA game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Minnesota Timberwolves at FedExForum on Monday, Feb. 2, 2026.
Hardaway: ‘I will be the last person, ever, to damage this program’
The Memphis Tigers coach, who took over in 2018, had an encouraging message during his weekly radio show Monday, a little more than 24 hours after the Tigers took a 78-76 loss to Tulane.Related content:
Rebounding, free throws lift St. George’s over Harding
Led by a huge double-double from Kamryn Green, the Gryphons made their coach look prophetic.
New state budget proposes $80M for Memphis
A new state budget was just introduced, with funds for Memphis, raises for teachers and a reminder that Tennessee has a funding shortfall for infrastructure needs. Gov. Bill Lee wants $155 million to fund 20,000 new vouchersRelated content:
Gov. Bill Lee wants $155 million to fund 20,000 new vouchers
If Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee achieves his goal, Tennessee would spend more than $303 million in public dollars on vouchers next fiscal year to help send 40,000 students to private schools across the state.
Edmund Ford Jr. pleads guilty to tax evasion
Ford will resign from his position on the Shelby County Board of Commissioners and will never again run for elected office.
Uncovering the Legacy 87 Adams: Downtown Memphis church will memorialize thousands
From 1855 to 1862, about 3,800 slaves were sold in what is now Calvary Episcopal Church’s parking lot. The church is shedding a light on this history, and it received a major grant for its effort.
Memphis caterer delivers all the way to Holly Springs — due to weather
As winter storms left parts of north Mississippi isolated, a Memphis caterer partnered with a disaster relief group to deliver meals to those who needed them.
City Council remains virtual, with MLGW, library employees on agenda
A change for Memphis library employees could end up as city charter amendment for the November ballot or the final vote on the referendum ordinance could be delayed as it was last week.
Herrington: Ty Jerome’s return, GG Jackson’s reemergence and Mike Conley nearing the end
As we finally arrive at the NBA’s trade deadline week, let’s survey a few pressing Grizzlies topics.
After latest excruciating loss, Hardaway looks at Tigers’ record: ‘We have a lot of fight left in us’
Memphis Tigers coach Penny Hardaway keeps the faith despite 11 losses so far this season.
How Jerri Green plans to breathe life back into one of the nation’s oldest public defender offices
Shelby County’s new interim chief public defender doesn’t plan on sweeping changes to the historic office. But she does have some ideas.
Memphis-area and Mississippi schools closures, more winter weather updates
What’s closed in Memphis for the 2026 ice storm? We keep you up-to-date here, including school closings, warming center info, trash pickup and more.
With savory hand pies, Whisks of Doom whips up a different type of bakery
Founder Allie Trotter said Whisks of Doom was never meant to fit into traditional bakery culture, which she describes as too “cotton candy” for her taste.
What Daily Memphians think*
“Aww, just when I was starting to get used to it.” — Jay Hines about ‘Efficient melting’ coming for Memphis on Groundhog Day
“Basketball is a simple game. Not easy, but simple. Put the ball in the basket. … We are just about where we should be at this point in the season because we can’t put the ball in the basket.” — John Malmo about Memphis can’t undo early damage in heartbreaking loss to Tulane
“Do yourself a favor... try one of these pies when you can.” — Jeffrey Old about With savory hand pies, Whisks of Doom whips up a different type of bakery
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Ask the Memphian: What was The Gray Hat Mystery?
A slain businessman, known as the “Hot Tamale King.” A young, fedora-wearing detective. And a tantalizing clue: a gray felt hat, left near the scene of the crime.
Winter weather timeout: Catch up on Memphis’ fans choice and OrthoSouth players of the week
With hoops on hold, we revisit Memphis’ standout high school players of the week.
Cedric Coward’s balancing act: Grizzlies rookie accepts mental, physical challenges of NBA schedule
Cedric Coward has faced both physical and mental challenges during his rookie season. The NBA Rising Star has held it together with personal balance.
Metro
‘Alex Pretti is one of us’: Memphis cyclists honor nurse — and biker — killed in Minneapolis
What was planned as a ride through Overton Park became a gathering for reflection as Memphis cyclists joined a nationwide movement to honor Alex Pretti, who was killed by Border Patrol agents in Minneapolis.
winter weather Metro Winter-storm damage in Shelby County estimated at almost $5M
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Metro States reeling from winter storm encounter a smaller FEMA
Business
Seeds for lawyer’s success planted when she was a child
Instead of bedtime stories, Lauran Stimac would request her dad, Memphis-based lawyer Richard Glassman, to tell her about his cases.
Business The Station gets its liquor license, seemingly clearing the way for the store to fully open
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Sports
These Memphis-area high school football players made it to the Super Bowl
Several from the Mid-South have been center stage at the Big Game, starting with the very first one. Former Arlington High standout 'just really wants to win the Super Bowl'Related story:
Arlington Former Arlington High standout ‘just really wants to win the Super Bowl’
Premium Sports For Memphis Tigers baseball, icy field gives new meaning to sliding into third
Player of the Week Standouts from Crosstown, Northpoint voted player of the week
High School Sports At tiny MSE-Cordova, an eighth-grader is doing some big things
Food
From Cash Saver to Kroger, stores work to restock after winter storm
At area grocery stores, customer demand is high, and restocking depends on location and how products are delivered.
$15 Deals $15 Deal: Sunrise Memphis’ bi bim bowl
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Suburbs
Former Arlington High standout ‘just really wants to win the Super Bowl’
Former Arlington High standout Kenneth Walker III is the key to Seattle’s ground game as the Seahawks prepare to play New England in Super Bowl LX on Sunday, Feb. 8.
Premium Germantown Bailey: Germantown’s public art is money well spent
Winter weather City of Memphis Situation in South grows more dire as ice, frigid temperatures, outages persist
Arts & Culture
Arts Beat: Satisfying our craving for crafting
The Bluff City has a taste for zine-making parties, vision-board groups, flash-tattoo embroidery classes and beyond.
Premium Germantown Germantown seeks artist with tunnel vision for Greenway mural
Premium Education Calkins: After a year of triumph, death and music, the Central High jazz band plays on
Opinion
Opinion: Like Minneapolis, Memphis doesn’t have an ‘immigration problem’
“Introducing immigration enforcement into our neighborhoods does not make us safer; it fractures trust, drives fear underground and harms families who are already contributing quietly and faithfully to the life of this city.”
Premium Business Calkins: Robert Pera remains city’s best hope for keeping Grizzlies in Memphis
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: What you can do this weekend
As crazy as it may sound, there are events happening this weekend that haven’t been canceled. And we’re not just talking about YouTube yoga or your “Heated Rivalry” marathon.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: The NBA trade deadline looms. Will Memphis have 2 lottery picks?
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Uber defeat
This jigsaw puzzle is from inside Uber Arena in Berlin, Germany, and was taken by David Boyd.