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Memphis at Vanderbilt: What to know for in-state matchup

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 06:36:04 -0600

Memphis has another opportunity to steal its share of the national spotlight at No. 22 Vanderbilt.

Memphis receives votes in Associated Press Top 25 poll

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 9 Nov 2026 12:44:08 -0600

How many votes did the Memphis Tigers receive in AP basketball poll?

Jayden Reid's free throws lift Tigers to win over VCU

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sat, 7 Nov 2026 19:48:47 -0600

As in Monday’s win over Iowa State, Memphis guard Jayden Reid came through in the final moments to lead the Tigers (2-0) to an 89-88 victory.

Jayden Reid's father had a plan. It landed a point guard in Memphis when the Tigers needed one most.

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 13:53:50 -0600

Jayden Reid didn’t score the Tigers to victory in their season opener by accident. He’s been working since the third grade to become the player Memphis needed.

Where does Memphis stand in the American Conference race?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 6 Nov 2026 13:50:23 -0600

Which game should Memphis fans have their eyes on next week, and what potential tiebreaker scenarios exists? The Daily Memphian breaks it all down.

Memphis vs. VCU: What to know for Tigers' home opener

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 5 Nov 2026 09:40:26 -0600

The Tigers will play their first home game of the 2026-27 season against VCU, after starting the year with a win over No. 18 Iowa State.

Nemanja Popovic finds way to impact win against Iowa State despite not playing

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 21:16:11 -0600

Nemanja Popovic’s name doesn’t show up anywhere on the stat sheet of the Memphis Tigers’ 80-76 win over No. 18 Iowa State, but he still found a way to impact the game’s second half.

Jayden Reid leads Memphis Tigers to season-opening win against No. 18 Iowa State

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 07:05:43 -0600

Jayden Reid finished with a game-high 26 points while making 12 of 14 free throws. He scored 17 of his points in the second half.

NCAA ruling on Nemanja Popovic appeal announced

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 17:40:51 -0600

The news about the Memphis Tigers’ appeal of the Nemanja Popovic eligibility ruling was announced two hours before the season opener against Iowa State.

Monday recap: Tigers in solid position in conference after beating Army

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Mon, 2 Nov 2026 10:53:35 -0600

Beat writer Frank Bonner II and columnist John Martin break down the Tiger’s convincing win over Army and what it means for the conference standings.

Memphis vs. Iowa State: Things to know for Tigers' season opener

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 17:41:35 -0600

Memphis opens its 2026-27 schedule with a neutral site game against Iowa State in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Memphis uses big plays, long drives to keep Army grounded

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 08:58:58 -0600

Marcus Stokes completed 29-of-35 passes for 371 yards and four touchdowns, and the Tigers offense had six plays of at least 20 yards, along with three long drives, to carry Memphis to its seventh win in nine games.

Hardaway says he feels no pressure as Tigers open the 2026-27 season

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 22:26:57 -0500

The Tigers are days away from their regular season opener against Iowa State on Monday in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

Memphis vs. Army: What to know for Tigers' Halloween showdown

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:13:22 -0500

The American Conference standings are getting crowded, which is why Saturday night’s Halloween matchup between Memphis and Army is so important.

Analyzing how the Tigers have split running back carries this season

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Thu, 29 Oct 2026 16:25:58 -0500

Jaylin Carter leads a talented running back room that has helped Memphis become the 10th-best rushing offense in the country.

Memphis wraps up preseason with 93-81 loss at No. 12 Arkansas

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 23:02:26 -0500

The Tigers didn’t protect the ball as well as they did in their 17-point win against Mississippi State, and they didn’t shoot the 3 as well.

Will Tigers impress again during their final exhibition game at Arkansas?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:59:30 -0500

It will be the second consecutive year Memphis faces off against the Razorbacks and former Tigers coach John Calipari in an exhibition game.

Memphis basketball announces American Conference schedules

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:09:17 -0500

Men’s team will open conference play at home against East Carolina; women’s team will open conference play at Tulsa.

Is Tigers coach Charles Huff getting a job elsewhere?

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:26:12 -0500

The college football coaching carousel speculation is in full throttle, and Memphis coach Charles Huff’s name has been thrown around as a potential candidate at different spots.

Hardaway expects appeal process for Nemanja Popovic ruling to be expedited

fbonner@dailymemphian.com (Frank Bonner II) — Tue, 27 Oct 2026 08:42:08 -0500

Memphis coach Penny Hardaway spoke about the Nemanja Popovic ruling on the Mornings with Greg & Eli radio show.

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