Three story lines outside of the AAC Tournament
While the interest is in the Tigers potential run in the American Athletic Conference Tournament, there are other storylines involving the Tigers outside of this week's play.
Jonah Jordan
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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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March 2019
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Lance Thomas can’t play but still helping the Tigers through AAC Tournament
Lance Thomas can't play for the Tigers this season, but he's stepping up to motivate the Tigers as they make a run in the AAC Tournament.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis wants and needs Tyler Harris to keep shooting during AAC Tournament
The Memphis Tigers want and need guard Tyler Harris to keep shooting so they can make noise in the American Athletic Conference Tournament.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Damion Baugh ready to grow as a point guard under Penny Hardaway
Guard Damion Baugh picked the Tigers over TCU and Texas Tech.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Wiseman, Dandridge ready to win national championship with Memphis Tigers
James Wiseman and Malcolm Dandridge are ready to put Memphis back on top of the college basketball world.
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Memphis Tigers Football Competition at several positions will highlight Tiger spring football
Head coach Mike Norvell is excited about the potential competition at positions throughout the Memphis Tigers roster during spring practice.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball University of Memphis AD Tom Bowen agrees to contract extension
The University of Memphis and athletic director Tom Bowen have agreed to a six-month contract extension.
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Sports Davenport heads into final Tiger home game with the loss of a close friend and teammate on his mind
As the Memphis Tigers seniors prepare for their last regular-season home game, Kyvon Davenport recalls the loss of his friend and teammate Karim Azab and how his death affected Davenport.
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Sports Five questions with Memphis Tiger seniors in advance of Saturday’s home finale
Five Memphis seniors, who play their last game Saturday night, reflect on the highlights of their careers with the Tigers.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball James Wiseman dreamed of McDonald’s All American bid
Center James Wiseman has been dreaming of the McDonald's All-American Game since he was a child.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball U of M president ‘heartened and encouraged’ by AD’s new scheduling plans
University of Memphis President M. David Rudd is excited about Tom Bowen's new scheduling plans which could bring more high profile teams to Memphis.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis to face Oregon as part of Phil Knight Invitational
Head coach Penny Hardaway continues to make good on his promise to schedule tougher opponents.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball James Wiseman going to McDonalds All-American game with recruiting on his mind
Center James Wiseman will pull a bit of double duty in the McDonald's All-American game, playing while also trying to recruit plans to recruit other prospects to Memphis.
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High School Sports Alex Lomax blazed a trail for Wiseman, Dandridge at East High
East High's James Wiseman and Malcolm Dandridge soon will be joining former teammate Alex Lomax at the University of Memphis. But as East prepares to go to the state playoffs, Lomax is reminding the senior standouts to enjoy the moments as they come.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Turnovers a key factor as Martin-Cumberland ends with a close Cincy win over Tigers
Two of the American Athletic Conference players – Jeremiah Martin and Jarron Cumberland – faced off Saturday, but a late turnover assured Cumberland's Cincinnati Bearcats a 71-69 victory over Memphis.
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Sports Mettenberger and tough defense lead Express to franchise’s first victory
Zach Mettenberger delivered the Express their first victory in his Alliance of American Football debut as Memphis bested San Diego 26-23.
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February 2019
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Malcolm Dandridge ready to start career as Memphis Tiger
With season-ending knee injury knocking him from the postseason, East senior Malcolm Dandridge is concentrating on recovery and preparing for the start of his college career at Memphis.
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High School Sports Wiseman’s triple-double, East’s defense lead Mustangs to Region Championship
James Wiseman dominates Whitehaven as East takes home the Region 8-AAA crown with a 60-44 victory, the Mustangs avenging a loss to the Tigers two weeks ago in the district championships.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball Damion Baugh inching closer to a decision after official visit to Memphis
Damion Baugh, considering three schools regarding his future in college basketball, is expected to make a decision in the next 10 days with Memphis as one of his three finalists.
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Sports Zach Mettenberger preparing to deliver Express first win
Memphis Express quarterback Zach Mettenberger is preparing to start against the San Diego Fleet this weekend with one goal in mind: secure the Express' first one in franchise history.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball LeBron James and Penny Hardaway share friendship, mutual respect
The longtime friendship between Penny Hardaway and LeBron James could help Hardaway on the recruiting trail, using the NBA star's words as a conversation starter with players.
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Sports Zach Mettenberger named starting quarterback for Memphis Express
Head coach Mike Singletary Monday afternoon named LSU quarterback Zach Mettenberger the Memphis Express' starter for this Saturday afternoon's game against the San Diego Fleet.
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Sports Memphis Express home game kickoff time moved
Television schedule change moves Memphis Express game against San Diego to Saturday afternoon.
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Sports Memphis Express fall to Orlando Apollos despite improved play from QB Mettenberger
The Orlando Apollos defeated the Memphis Express despite Zach Mettenberger replacing Christian Hackenberg at quarterback and throwing two touchdowns.
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Sports Jalen Sneed taking a similar path as his father while making a name for himself in Memphis
Former Memphis Tiger Omar Sneed sent his son to Memphis to play basketball, and possibly learn some lessons he learned many years ago.
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