How good does KenPom believe this year’s Memphis team is?
In this year’s preseason KenPom ratings, Memphis came in at No. 34 nationally and No. 2 in the AAC.
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October 2022
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Buckley: Tigers and a block party fan from Byhalia out to prove Memphis is better than Houston
Neither wet roads nor hail early in the day were going to keep Memphis fan Broderick Culp from driving up from Byhalia to attend a Tigers basketball block party.
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis Rebounders’ support of Tigers at all-time high
Shortly after Marvin White took over as Memphis Rebounders president in August 2021, Penny Hardaway told him he didn’t “feel the support” from Tigers boosters. Now, though, following $25,000 raised for the Tigers men’s basketball team, those days are long gone.
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Less ‘Madness,’ more Memphis at Tigers basketball season kickoff event
The Tigers changed up their basketball season kickoff event this year, opting to host the inaugural Memphis Basketball Block Party instead of their usual Memphis Madness at FedExForum.
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Buckley: Tigers and a block party fan from Byhalia out to prove Memphis is better than Houston
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Martin: New extension in hand, Hardaway won’t ever be fired at Memphis
“... Most schools aren’t gonna give a guy six years to get it right. So for the school to do that, it says that they believe in me and believe in my ability to win here and do things right by the school and the city.”
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Buckley: Penny has something to tell parents who wonder about next step
Adding two more years to his current contract gives Tigers coach Penny Hardaway something to say to those wondering about his NBA ambitions.
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Memphis’ Penny Hardaway reacts to new contract extension: ‘It’s a blessing’
Four consecutive 20-win campaigns, a National Invitational Tournament title in 2021 and the program’s first appearance in the Big Dance since 2014 have provided Memphis and its fans with enough optimism for the future. And, now they know their coach is signed through 2028 and feels blessed to be here.
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Memphis basketball on a mission ‘to show the world who we are’
“Our goal is to win a championship, so we don’t take anything as disrespect. But we do have a huge chip on our shoulder to show the world who we are,” DeAndre Williams said.
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Memphis' Penny Hardaway reacts to new contract extension: ‘It’s a blessing'
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Memphis, Penny Hardaway agree to contract extension through 2027-28
The Tigers have extended coach Penny Hardaway’s current contract by two seasons to run through the end of the 2027-28 season.
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Two Memphis Tigers earn All-AAC preseason honors; Tigers picked second in conference
Memphis was the only team to have more than one of its players receive All-AAC first-team honors. Houston was picked to win the AAC in the preseason coaches poll.
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Memphis lands commitment from 2023 3-star shooting guard Ryan Forrest
Ryan Forrest — a 6-foot-3 three-star shooting guard — committed to the Tigers via Instagram Live on Monday evening. Forrest plays at Missouri’s Link Academy and is the No. 37 shooting guard in the country per 247Sports.
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Tigers Basketball Insider: What will 2023 commit Ryan Forrest bring to Memphis?
After becoming the first commit in head coach Penny Hardaway’s 2023 class, it’s safe to say Ryan Forrest is no longer a secret or hidden gem.
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This season’s Tigers are older, and Penny Hardaway’s fine with that
In what appears to be an intentional effort, Memphis didn’t land a single recruit from the Class of 2022. And, as a result, 13 of the 16 players on the Tigers’ roster are either true juniors or older.
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How does a lineup with both Kendric Davis, Alex Lomax play? Numbers say not good
Memphis Tigers Kendric Davis and Alex Lomax have yet to play a game alongside each other, leaving many wondering how the point guards will jell — on and off the court.
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With the season around the corner, Tigers await players’ eligibility ruling
The Memphis Tigers received confirmation Kendric Davis would be eligible to play this season but still await the decision for two more players.
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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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Here’s what we saw at the Tigers’ first open practice
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.
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September 2022
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Social Club: Moneybagg Yo links up with the Titans
Moneybagg Yo escorts the Titans, GloRilla makes big cameo in new Grizzlies campaign and basketball fans discuss Memphis Tigers IARP ruling online.
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Memphis basketball: Here’s our projected rotation for the Tigers
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.
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Memphis Basketball Block Party will replace Memphis Madness
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.
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Tigers on the Trail: Here’s where Memphis basketball stands with a few 2023-24 recruiting targets
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.
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Key takeaways on Hardaway, Wiseman, Memphis Tigers basketball
A nearly three-year-long saga, in which the University of Memphis faced possible sanctions from the NCAA and the IARP, is over.
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Meet new Memphis basketball beat writer Parth Upadhyaya
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Calkins: It’s a great day for Memphis — and total vindication for Penny Hardaway
The IARP’s decision was stunning vindication for Penny Hardaway and for Memphis. So go ahead, celebrate.
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IARP ruling a big win for Memphis basketball
No NCAA Tournament ban and no suspension for Hardaway.
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Meet new Memphis basketball beat writer Parth Upadhyaya
“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.”
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