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Nine pressing questions in the wake of Memphis releasing its Notice of Allegations
What is it about the timing of the case? And do the penalties in North Carolina State’s resolved case provide any insight?
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What is it about the timing of the case? And do the penalties in North Carolina State’s resolved case provide any insight?
A quick wish list of transfers that could help the Memphis Tigers out next season.
The forward was part of the class featuring Jalen Duren and Emoni Bates.
Everything from a COVID-19 episode to a now-legendary rant, there were many examples to pick from.
News of the Notice of Allegations does not appear to affect Penny Hardaway and his staff’s pursuit of top players in the portal.
Toppert was a top recruiter for the Tigers and a key planner of the offensive scheme.
Minott wouldn’t be the first prospect to fly under the radar but go high in the draft.
From filling assistant coach openings to perusing options in the transfer portal, Hardaway will have his hands full.
A source confirmed to The Daily Memphian that Memphis forward Josh Minott is entering his name in the 2022 draft.
Memphis currently has no commitments from new recruits, but that might not be as dire as it seems.
Against Gonzaga, the Tigers did not play like a team that was just 9-8 in January. Related story:
Memphis gave the top-seeded Bulldogs all they could handle, but foul trouble ended up hampering the Tigers.Related story:
Watching how three teams defeated Gonzaga this season might reveal some clues.
The Tigers are uncowed by the fact they’re taking on top-seeded Gonzaga with a trip to the Sweet 16 on the line.
The senior guard, with an injured ankle, led the Tigers in their first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2014. Their next opponent: top-seeded Gonzaga.
The second-round West Region game will feature two likely draft lottery picks and two experienced big men going at it.
The Tigers at their best can fluster the opposition. The Tigers at their worst know how to regroup.
The freshman guard has not played since Jan. 27 because of a back issue.
Something to be wary of: The Broncos might not have the most prolific offense. But they held one opponent to 37 points this season.
Jalen Duren unfazed by Boise State’s big man; what to make of Landers Nolley II?
Bates was seen practicing with the team Wednesday ahead of the NCAA Tournament first-round game.
The Broncos’ defensive versatility makes them formidable, but they haven’t faced pressure from a defense like the Tigers’.
Memphis becomes a special team when players like Nolley and Lester Quinones are consistently hitting shots from outside to complement Jalen Duren and DeAndre Williams.
Led by Jalen Duren, the Tigers’ talent and style make them a dangerous dark horse, and Boise State may be an ideal matchup to start a March Madness run.
Think the Cougars were angry about losing twice to the Tigers? Houston certainly played like it.