Moussa Cisse found himself in Memphis, in more ways than one
Everyone saw his potential, but it has taken himself a while to realize it himself.
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Everyone saw his potential, but it has taken himself a while to realize it himself.
Positive COVID-19 tests forced the Tigers to cancel two games this week against Cincinnati and Houston.
Memphis has paused activities “until further notice,” the program said in a news release.
Get ready to be on NCAA tournament bubble watch, Tigers fans.
Feb. 6, 2021: Memphis 66, East Carolina 59
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The close ones are stress-inducing, but also revealing who the leaders are.
Tigers stage another dramatic finish in a game marked by more inconsistency.
And more than one reader wanted to know about possible transfers.
Behind Landers Nolley II’s winning performance vs. UCF: A conversation with Penny Hardaway, and a superstition. Related stories
The Tigers had a rocky start to the second half, but were able to repel each challenge in the 75-61 win. Box score: Memphis 75, UCF 61
Feb. 1, 2021: Memphis 75, UCF 61
Much has been made of the Tigers' offensive turnaround, but let’s not take the consistent defensive efficiency for granted.
After a tough loss to SMU, the 96-69 win was just what the Tigers needed.
With five Tigers scoring in double figures and the defense forcing 28 turnovers, the team is looking the way Penny Hardaway envisioned.
Feb. 1, 2021: Memphis 96, UCF 69
Jan. 26, 2021: Memphis 76, SMU 72
Lapsing into “one-on-one instead of just being team,” the Tigers squandered a chance to extend their winning streak. Related story: Memphis can’t repeat comeback in loss to SMU
This game started just as ugly as the Jan. 26 matchup, and the Tigers weren’t able to convert in the final seconds. Related story: Box score: SMU 67, Memphis 65
Jan. 28, 2021: SMU 67, Memphis 65
Regular-season finale will be at 11 a.m.
The Tigers didn’t just defeat SMU at FedExForum Tuesday night. They showed the ability to fight back.
Alex Lomax led the rally in the first half and a couple of key breaks late in the game gave the Tigers their third straight win. Related stories
From Penny Hardaway’s choice to go small at the end, to Alex Lomax’s hustle, every decision had a critical effect.
On a roll with two routs under their belt, this week is as good as any for the Tigers to face their biggest test yet.
The past two games indicate some of the bigger problems might be resolved. Now it’s time to get to the details.