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Emoni Bates’ departure shows Hardaway’s growth
The Memphis Tigers’ coach now can avoid certain lineup dilemmas and focus on an experienced roster.Related story:
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SportsNow an agent, Mike Miller is poised to make noise at NBA draft
The former NBA player, Memphis Tigers assistant and Houston High School coach has gotten into a cutthroat business and already landed some big clients.
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May 2022
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Memphis Tigers BasketballAs draft deadline looms, Lester Quinones has a decision to make
Predictions had the guard returning to Memphis, but with the entry withdrawal date coming up, things might be changing.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballDeAndre Williams may get ‘nice’ NIL package if he returns to Tigers
Williams remains in the NBA draft process, but the addition of transfer Kendric Davis and more NIL opportunities keep Memphis in the picture.
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April 2022
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Memphis Tigers BasketballWhat are the Tigers’ chances of landing top transfer Davis, and why is Harris leaving?
Getting a commitment from former SMU guard Kendric Davis would be a coup. And is Larry Brown staying?
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March 2022
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Memphis Tigers BasketballEmoni Bates staying at Memphis would be mutually beneficial
Another year with the Tigers could boost his draft stock, and the team needs his offense. Plus: The transfer portal looms.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballA Mountain West associate coach offers his take on Tigers, Boise State
It’s the young and fast Memphis Tigers vs. the older, deliberate Broncos.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballHow the Tigers, DeAndre Williams came to need each other
His month-long absence because of a back injury showed just how important he is to Memphis.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballFive former Tigers cite postseason memories they cherish most
It wasn’t just about winning games, or even the games themselves.
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February 2022
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Memphis Tigers BasketballA Tigers tournament run could pay dividends not just this season, but next
Progress is a case of show, don’t tell. And with Emoni Bates’ injury and the way the Tigers have played in his absence, it’s possible we won’t see him again this season.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballShould Tigers fans worry that Penny Hardaway has zero recruits?
Hardaway might be pondering a raid of the transfer portal, rather than pursuing high-schoolers.
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January 2022
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Memphis Tigers FootballWhat Ryan Silverfield said about Seth Henigan’s status
During a radio interview, the Tigers coach touches on the quarterbacks picture and season expectations.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballWallace experience seems like microcosm of Hardaway era
This season was supposed to be smooth sailing, an NCAA Tournament berth no longer in question. The missteps have proven otherwise.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballWhat I’m hearing: Minott ‘flying up’ NBA draft boards
Josh Minott’s recent play has opened the eyes of scouts, and DeAndre Williams could be close to a return.
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December 2021
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Memphis Tigers BasketballWhat 5 coaches said about Penny’s handling of Tigers’ predicament
The Daily Memphian spoke to five coaches who addressed what Hardaway’s responsibilities were, and what they tell their own players.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballIt’s Lomax vs. Chandler, the point guard who got away
Saturday’s matchup between Memphis and Tennessee puts a spotlight on a player many believed should have ended up with the Tigers.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballHere’s how the Tigers’ players-only meeting came about
A dejected DeAndre Williams reached out to his high school coach, who offered sage advice.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballNBA scout gives take on Bates, Duren, Timberlake after Tigers’ early struggles
For the three prospects, how damaging has the start to Memphis’ season been in the eyes of draft evaluators?
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Memphis Tigers FootballAnalysis: Don’t hold it against Calvin Austin III if he doesn’t play Hawai’i Bowl
The Tigers stalwart-turned-NFL prospect has played with an ankle injury since early October. Now it’s time for him to take care of himself.
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November 2021
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Memphis Tigers BasketballObservations from NIT Season Tip-Off: Don’t bet against Tigers
John Martin: A permanent point guard remains elusive, plus some things to keep in mind.
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Memphis Tigers FootballThe day Memphis football defeated Tennessee, as told by those who lived it
Nov. 9, 1996: There have been big moments since, but none bigger than the day the Tigers upended Peyton Manning and the rival from the east.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballSix bold predictions for Memphis basketball
There will be three one-and-dones on this team, but one of them is not who you think.
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October 2021
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Memphis Tigers FootballMemphis still going hard for Big 12, regardless of AAC’s path
One report out of Texas alleges Memphis is “dragging its feet” on conference realignment. According to insiders, the truth is anything but that.
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Memphis Tigers BasketballWhat are success rates for Bates, Duren as reclassified players?
For University of Memphis freshmen Emoni Bates and Jalen Duren, looking for a sign of things to come is not that simple.
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Memphis Tigers Basketball12 questions for the 12 most important Tigers basketball players
Just 12 days away from the first exhibition game of the season, here are a dozen questions for the Tigers to ponder.
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