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Transfer portal tracker: Memphis Tigers basketball

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 20:39:47 -0500

A look at NCAA transfer portal activity involving the Memphis Tigers since the portal opened, including new player bios.

Transfer portal activity abounds, but Tigers still seeking to land first player

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 07:53:27 -0500

But it’s been a week since the NCAA transfer portal opened, and the Tigers, who are remaking their roster, have not yet landed anyone. But there have been some interesting developments.

High school recruiting tracker: Memphis Tigers basketball

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:35:29 -0500

A look at the Memphis Tigers basketball team’s 2026 high school pickups, including recruit bios.

Future of Memphis golf tournament addressed by new local FESJC leader

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:29:20 -0500

New FedEx St. Jude Championship executive director Robert Miller discusses the tournament’s PGA Tour status for 2027 and beyond.

New FedEx St. Jude Championship leader appointed

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:34:44 -0500

The FESJC’s new executive director comes from within.

Anatomy of a hire: How the Memphis Tigers zeroed in on Charles Huff

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 12:39:26 -0500

A road trip in a van whose passengers included a member of a powerful Memphis family aided the search for the Tigers’ 26th head football coach. They agreed on someone Ed Scott had heard speak long before Ryan Silverfield left for Arkansas.

Quante Berry latest Tiger to say he will enter portal

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 2 Apr 2026 11:23:19 -0500

Berry joins Memphis native Curtis Givens III and Ashton Hardaway, the son of coach Penny Hardaway, with reported plans to enter the portal.

Buckley: Painter. Air Force reservist. Bride-to-be. Rachel Heck isn't just a star golfer from Memphis anymore.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:59:20 -0500

With the sport Heck has loved since she was 4 on the back burner, her art, military service and wedding plans are what keep the former Memphian busy these days.

Buckley: Hardaway, Tigers concerned about fans in the stands. What's the plan to fix it?

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 20:51:12 -0500

Two days after deciding to retain coach Penny Hardaway, Memphis athletic director Ed Scott and Hardaway himself address dwindling basketball attendance.

Three Memphis assistant basketball coaches not returning next season

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:01:55 -0500

According to a news release issued by the Memphis athletic department, “... Hardaway announced structural changes within the men’s basketball program.”

Tigers will bring Penny Hardaway back for ninth season

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Mon, 16 Mar 2026 16:00:38 -0500

The Memphis Tigers have decided to retain head basketball coach Penny Hardaway, a source with knowledge of the situation confirmed Monday morning.

Buckley: Losing stings. Some seasons hurt more than others. Penny Hardaway knows.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 04:00:04 -0500

Some losses seem much more painful than others. Coach Penny Hardaway discusses the ones that hurt the worst.

Buckley: The season was a 'failure.' A somber Hardaway reflects on what's next.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 12 Mar 2026 15:37:26 -0500

Memphis Tigers coach Penny Hardaway plans to meet with athletic director Ed Scott following an early exit from the American Conference Tournament.

Buckley: Dain Dainja blames NCAA for Memphis' poor season. Certainly not Penny Hardaway.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Fri, 6 Mar 2026 12:42:43 -0600

Former Memphis star Dain Dainja, now playing in the G-League for the Miami Heat-affiliated Sioux Falls Skyforce, said it hurts to watch the Tigers struggle.

Buckley: The Tigers are in a world of hurt. Is there a path out of the pit?

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 16:24:51 -0600

Five straight losses have put the Tigers in a hole, but a win Sunday at East Carolina would boost Memphis’ confidence and increase its chances of making it to Birmingham.

Buckley: What does March and beyond hold? Penny Hardaway doesn't care. Not now, even after losing four straight.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:14:17 -0600

The loss to UAB leaves the Tigers tied for seventh in the American, but Hardaway is not worried about his team’s future or his own; he is focused on the next game.

Hot dog! Joey Chestnut headed to Memphis

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:13:04 -0600

Joey Chestnut is coming to AutoZone Park when the Redbirds play the Iowa Cubs, top farm club of Chicago Cubs, on July 18.

NBA hits Grizzlies guard Pippen with $35K fine

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:07:59 -0600

Scotty Pippen Jr.’s technical foul in Memphis’ loss to Miami has turned into a fine, after the NBA said the guard “further escalated" an altercation with an opposing player.

Jaren Jackson Jr. scheduled to undergo surgery

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:30:37 -0600

Jaren Jackson Jr., recently traded from Memphis to Utah, is expected to miss the remainder of the NBA season, including the Grizzlies’ upcoming game against the Jazz.

Buckley: Thierno Sylla knocked the 'pretty' out of Aaron Bradshaw. And Memphis knocked Charlotte down.

tbuckley@dailymemphian.com (Tim Buckley) — Sun, 8 Feb 2026 18:08:01 -0600

The Memphis Tigers may have found a frontcourt combination that works. But will they stick with it?