Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis’ new-look coaching staff ‘meshing’ with players
Entering his fifth season as Memphis’ head coach, Penny Hardaway wasn’t afraid to shake things up again.
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Entering his fifth season as Memphis’ head coach, Penny Hardaway wasn’t afraid to shake things up again.
The team’s first open practice offered hints of a possible starting lineup, but the Oct. 23 exhibition against Christian Brothers will provide a true look at what type of team the Tigers will put on the court this season.
Despite the lack of national fanfare surrounding the Memphis Tigers heading into Hardaway’s fifth year as head coach, the future for his program is as bright as it’s been since he took over in 2018.
Head coach Penny Hardaway’s team lost seven of the top 10 players from last season’s rotation and added six new transfers and one international prospect from Spain this offseason. So, there will be plenty of faces that fans will be unfamiliar with this year.Related story:
The “Memphis Basketball Block Party” on Oct. 15 will celebrate the start of its men’s and women’s basketball seasons. This event will replace Memphis Madness.
This month, various University of Memphis basketball coaches have visited at least 10 prospects — four in the Class of 2023 and six in the Class of 2024.
A nearly three-year-long saga, in which the University of Memphis faced possible sanctions from the NCAA and the IARP, is over. IARP ruling a big win for Memphis basketball Tigers Basketball Insider: Meet new Memphis basketball beat writer Parth UpadhyayaRelated stories:
When the Grizzlies acquired Green in a late-June trade that sent De’Anthony Melton to the Philadelphia 76ers, there was speculation that the team would look to trade Green for a younger, healthier player. But, now, it seems as if the Grizzlies and Green have realized the value of their pairing.
No NCAA Tournament ban and no suspension for Hardaway.
“I’m ecstatic to now embark on this journey with you, Tigers fans. It’s going to be a wild ride, and I’m ready to chronicle every bit of it.”
There was the discussion of Jaren Jackson Jr.‘s injury and timetable for return, the status of Brandon Clarke’s potential contract extension and the next step for Ja Morant as he continues to be one of the faces of the NBA. Read what was said at Media Day.
Days before the Grizzlies report to training camp, a trio of the team’s rookies basked in the warm reception they got at the Memphis Redbirds’ Grizzlies’ Night at AutoZone Park.
Here’s a breakdown of all 10 of Memphis’ AAC opponents this season.Related stories:
Memphis will begin conference play at home on Dec. 29 against South Florida. The Tigers end the season with a home game against Houston.
Bates was the No. 1 overall recruit in the Class of 2021, according to 247Sports, when he committed to Memphis.