12 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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October 2021
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Pro day observations: Bates looks like a No. 1 pick, Camden surprises
About 75 NBA scouts and executives made the trip to Memphis to check out the Tigers’ pro day on Wednesday.
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September 2021
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Observations from first Memphis basketball practice: Tigers kick off with a bang
The opening felt like a party as fans got a glimpse of what’s to come.
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July 2021
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Penny Hardaway provides update on roster, schedule and more
The Tigers are seeking a marquee home game, plus the point guard competition is wide open.
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March 2021
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Alex Lomax relishes Tigers’ NIT championship with an eye on next season
The leader lost time to an ankle injury, but Penny Hardaway made sure Lomax got to bask in the glory.
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Memphis might have to play AAC tourney without Lomax
Point guard Alex Lomax is back at practice but that doesn’t mean he’ll return for the Tigers’ first AAC tournament game Friday.
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February 2021
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Alex Lomax injures ankle, doubtful to play vs. Cincinnati
A source with knowledge of the situation described Lomax’s injury to The Daily Memphian as a “twisted ankle” and said he would most likely not play against the Bearcats.
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Tigers Basketball Insider: Players contributing most to Memphis’ hot streak
A variety of factors contributed to the streak: smothering defense, a motion-heavy offense and a penchant for rallies.
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Calkins: Alex Lomax deserves to lead Memphis back to the NCAA Tournament
Alex Lomax said it would be a “dream come true” to lead Memphis back to the NCAA tournament. Against ECU, he kept that dream alive through sheer force of will.
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How the Tigers learned to fight with their backs against the wall
The close ones are stress-inducing, but also revealing who the leaders are.
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January 2021
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When 1 second makes for a big, satisfying Tigers result
From Penny Hardaway’s choice to go small at the end, to Alex Lomax’s hustle, every decision had a critical effect.
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Calkins: Electric performance by Memphis was ‘a long time coming’
After months of frustration, the Tigers’ performance against Wichita State was reason to exhale.
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How everything clicked in Memphis’ most complete game of the season
More confidence. New offensive wrinkles. As Moussa Cisse put it: “We played how we were supposed to play.”
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Tigers basketball mailbag: Substitutions, Moussa Cisse and an ideal starting five
Lots of questions today, including: “If you had a game today who would you have as your starting 5 and why?” One reader even is asking about next season.
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New Year’s resolutions for Memphis basketball
Here’s one thing to commit to: Working on those free throws.
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December 2020
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Calkins: With disaster looming, Alex Lomax saved the day
It wasn’t Penny Hardaway’s new “lion set” offense that carried Memphis to a win over South Florida. It was Alex Lomax’s Tiger pride.
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Memphis’ ‘lion’ offense off to a modest, not roaring, start
There are signs the new scheme could breed confidence and consistency with time.
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Five pressing questions for Memphis basketball heading into AAC play
Memphis enters conference play on Wednesday with plenty of issues, including point guard play and “hero ball” tendencies.
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Hardaway says Memphis gets a ‘B’ — but is that good enough?
Coach Penny Hardaway says the team is heading in the right direction. Alex Lomax feels better about his role. And that blowout felt good. But is it enough?
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Tigers basketball: Which players, lineups have best impact?
It’s still a small sample size, but three players are commonalities in the lineups with a positive plus-minus.
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Memphis basketball: Energy, as much as lineup changes, helped Tigers beat Arkansas State
The game provided Penny Hardaway more insight as to who is best suited to what role, and when.
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November 2020
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Memphis basketball: What we learned about Tigers’ rotations at the Crossover Classic
Coach Penny Hardaway used 55 lineups through the first three games. Which worked and which didn’t?
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Tigers basketball has versatility on its side this season
Penny Hardaway enters his third season at Memphis with flexible and experienced players.
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September 2020
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Veterans Alex Lomax and Lance Thomas like ‘vibe’ of their teammates
Eager to play after a summer away from the court, the Memphis basketball team is ready to exploit its talent and experience.
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August 2020
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Gains galore: Inside Memphis basketball’s summer workouts
Boogie Ellis is 'a man possessed,' and other weight room observations from strength coach Darby Rich.
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