146 articles by Drew Hill :

• November 2019

  • Chris Moore picks Auburn over Memphis and Arkansas

    West Memphis star Chris Moore said he believes coach Bruce Pearl will go down as one of the best college coaches ever. 

    By Drew Hill 15 hours ago

  • Memphis basketball dominates Alcorn State without Wiseman

    Memphis took care of business in every facet of the 102-56 blowout victory Saturday against Alcorn State. 

    By Drew Hill 16 hours ago

  • Penny Hardaway just wants to coach basketball

    University of Memphis men's basketball coach wants a speedy resolution from the NCAA regarding James Wiseman’s eligibility so that his team can move on. 

    By Drew Hill November 15, 2019

  • Wiseman withdraws lawsuit against NCAA

    Wiseman withdraws lawsuit against NCAA as word of a setttlement continues to mount.

    By Drew Hill November 14, 2019

  • Tigers Podcast: James Wiseman, Houston and more Tiger talk

    Memphis Tigers beat writers Jonah Jordan and Drew Hill are joined by Geoff Calkins to break down the James Wiseman situation and the Tigers' trip to Oregon. Then, Drew and Jonah break down Memphis football's chances to win out.

    By Jonah Jordan, Drew Hill, Geoff Calkins November 14, 2019

  • Oregon edges Memphis in Phil Knight Invitational

    The experienced Ducks held their second-half lead over the Tigers in Portland as Wiseman struggled with early foul trouble. 

    By Drew Hill November 13, 2019

  • Memphis basketball: Penny Hardaway positive in loss to Oregon

    Penny Hardaway said the loss to Oregon will be useful material when teaching his young players. 

    By Drew Hill November 13, 2019

  • Memphis basketball: The Tigers (literally) have targets on their backs

    Memphis basketball debuted some interesting new workout shirts in Portland. 

    By Drew Hill November 12, 2019

  • Memphis basketball: Tigers must slow down Oregon's Payton Pritchard

    Penny Hardaway said Oregon point guard "scares" him ahead of the Tigers' matchup with the Ducks.

    By Drew Hill November 11, 2019

  • Memphis basketball: Coffee time with Igor Kokoškov built Cody Toppert's coaching philosophy

    During his time with the Phoenix Suns, Cody Toppert's mornings with head coach Igor Kokoškov began with long walks, coffee and miniature coaching clinics. 

    By Drew Hill November 11, 2019

  • What comes next in James Wiseman's eligibility saga

    Friday night came with disappointing news that James Wiseman was ruled “likely ineligible” by the NCAA because his family was provided $11,500 in moving expenses in 2017 by Penny Hardaway. Legal experts including Wiseman's attorneys provide some insight into what to expect going forward.

    By Drew Hill November 10, 2019

  • Made for Memphis: Basketball is home for DJ Jeffries

    DJ Jeffries path to Memphis took side trips to Lexington and Starkville, Mississippi, but eventually would land him at the University of Memphis, where he has accepted playing a reserve role.

    By Drew Hill November 10, 2019

  • Penny Hardaway measures words about Wiseman situation

    Penny Hardaway was careful not to give any details into James Wiseman's ongoing battle for clear eligibility. 

    By Drew Hill November 08, 2019

  • Tigers win, but fans sick at Wiseman news

    The Tigers romped over UIC Friday, 92-46, but the fans were more focused on whether it would be James Wiseman's last game with the U of M.

    By Drew Hill November 08, 2019

  • Concerns come back if Wiseman can't play

    The Tigers will have to do some adjusting in the frontcourt if James Wiseman is not eligible to play later this season. 

    By Drew Hill November 08, 2019

  • Tigers Podcast: Rehashing GameDay and James Wiseman

    Reporters Drew Hill and Jonah Jordan discuss ESPN’s College GameDay in Memphis and James Wiseman’s Tigers debut.

    By Drew Hill, Jonah Jordan November 08, 2019

  • Memphis basketball notebook: Defense still a work in progress

    The emphasis switches to defense after the Tigers showed their offensive strength in runaway fashion against South Carolina State.

    By Drew Hill November 07, 2019

  • Penny Hardaway, James Wiseman deliver in Memphis basketball's opening win

    James Wiseman's strong performance made Penny Hardaway's Monday prediction come true. 

    By Drew Hill November 06, 2019

  • Memphis basketball aims to avoid negativity as attention rises

    The Tigers were featured on SportsCenter Tuesday night, planted right between the Champion's Classic and highlights of LeBron James. 

    By Drew Hill November 06, 2019

  • Wiseman to make his debut Tuesday in season-opener

    Penny Hardaway said he will be a much better coach with the  7-footer in the paint. 

    By Drew Hill November 04, 2019

  • Memphis football: Antonio Gibson sets mark in victory over SMU

    Antonio Gibson came up big in every single way for the Tigers Saturday night against SMU. 

    By Drew Hill November 03, 2019

  • Memphis football: Antonio Gibson sets mark in victory over SMU

    Antonio Gibson came up big in every single way for the Tigers Saturday night against SMU. 

    By Drew Hill November 03, 2019

  • Tigers fans show off 'College GameDay' signs

    Memphis football fans had a good laugh Saturday morning on Beale Street. 

    By Drew Hill November 02, 2019

  • 'College GameDay' hosts talk Memphis vs. SMU

    The ESPN "College GameDay" personalities are expecting a high-scoring showdown when their show is over and the main event between the Tigers and Mustangs unfolds. 

    By Drew Hill November 02, 2019

  • College GameDay set takes form on Beale Street

    The College GameDay setup crew is a well-oiled machine and the crew has landed on Beale Street in advance of Saturday’s national broadcast. 

    By Drew Hill November 01, 2019