‘Memphis State’ jumps on SMU early and doesn’t let up in home win
University of Memphis guard Alex Lomax (2) lunges for a lay-up against Southern Methodist University forward Isiaha Mike (15). The Tigers played an outstanding game defeating the Mustangs 83-61. (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis Tigers fans react to guard Tyler Harris (1) draining a long three-point basket during a game against Southern Methodist University. (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis guard Kareem Brewton Jr. (5) lunges to steal the ball from Southern Methodist University guard C.J. White (13). (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)
The University of Memphis sported their vintage "Memphis State" jerseys in a game against Southern Methodist University on Saturday, Jan. 19, 2018. (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)
University of Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway shouts out a play to his offense during a game against Southern Methodist University. (Houston Cofield/Daily Memphian)
"Memphis State", while wearing their retro uniforms, defeated the SMU Mustangs 83-61 in their most complete game of the season.
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Jonah Jordan was born and raised in Memphis, graduated from the University of Memphis and has covered the Memphis Tigers for three years. When he's not writing, he enjoys golfing and eating barbecue.
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