Four stats that could unlock new levels for Memphis basketball
The Tigers can capitalize on defensive rebounding, shots blocked, Lester Quinones' shooting and transition scoring.
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September 2020
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A few Memphis Tigers class of 2021 recruiting priorities
The Tigers’ class is currently ranked No. 50 in the nation and No. 2 in the American Athletic Conference.
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Memphis Grizzlies draft: Who might be available in the second round
Whenever the draft does take place, the Grizzlies might be able to land a 3-point shooter.
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Memphis mailbag: Tigers basketball recruiting, scheduling and roster questions
Tigers beat writer Danielle Lerner tackles what to expect for the 2020-21 season.
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Memphis releases 2020-21 basketball season ticket information
Fans will have refund and donation options if the season is affected by COVID-19.
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College basketball floats idea of bubbles for safe season
The NCAA is considering a bubble for college basketball, but Penny Hardaway has his doubts. “It’s possible, but it’s not going to be easy.”
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‘Relentless’ Boogie Ellis transformed himself in offseason
The Memphis Tigers guard hopes the improved numbers (pounds, vertical) will translate on the court.
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Sports Notebook: A StubHub stink; Memphis hoops move up, and Conley’s bad luck
Memphis 901 FC's Tim Howard gets a second gig, and two towering figures who died this week: John Thompson Jr. and Tom Seaver.
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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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It’s a numbers game: How Memphis basketball weaponizes advanced analytics
With leadership from assistant Cody Toppert, the Tigers have developed in-house reports to chart just about every stat.
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August 2020
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Wooddale three-star Johnathan Lawson intends to reclassify if no high school basketball
Coveted guard with Memphis on his top-6 list wants to enroll in college early if the pandemic wipes out the high school season.
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Where will James Wiseman and Precious Achiuwa be drafted? NBA front office staff weigh in
“They’re different, but they bring some things that any team will have to have to have success," one NBA scout said of Wiseman and Achiuwa.
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Penny Hardaway closing in on replacement for assistant Mike Miller
The Memphis Tigers will make their assistant coaching hire "within the next week or so," Hardaway said Monday.
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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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Memphis basketball’s defense will be its calling card this season (again)
These are the players who will lead the effort to replicate — or even exceed — last season's stellar numbers.
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Sports Notebook: The heart of the college football matter, and a possible hoops bracketology
Some doctors have sounded the alarm about the effects after recovering from COVID-19; it's not too early to consider alternate NCAA basketball tournament formats; and Christian Brothers University has shut down some fall sports until Jan. 1
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Recruiting Notebook: Guard Skyy Clark includes Memphis in top 8
Forward Josh Minott is close to making his pick, with the Tigers in the picture.
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December 2019
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Tigers beat Tulane in intense conference opener
Penny Hardaway told his young group that it wouldn't be easy. He was right.
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April 2019
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AAC, SEC establish a partnership for future games between member schools
The American Athletic Conference and the Southeastern Conference have reached an agreement on a scheduling alliance in the coming years.
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March 2019
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Victory over Tulsa caps Senior celebration, builds momentum for AAC Tourney
Tigers defeat Tulsa 66-63 on a night where five seniors were honored and Memphis continued its momentum heading into the American Athletic Conference tournament at FedExForum
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Basketball box score: Tigers v Tulsa
Memphis: 66, Tulsa:63
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Martin scores 20 to lead Memphis over Tulsa 66-63
Jeremiah Martin had 20 points as Memphis narrowly beat Tulsa 66-63 on Saturday night. -
Turnovers a key factor as Martin-Cumberland ends with a close Cincy win over Tigers
Two of the American Athletic Conference players – Jeremiah Martin and Jarron Cumberland – faced off Saturday, but a late turnover assured Cumberland's Cincinnati Bearcats a 71-69 victory over Memphis.
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Calkins: Jeremiah Martin was awesome (and I’ll keep writing about it until he’s not)
Jeremiah Martin had another massive night in leading Memphis over Temple. So, absolutely, your faithful columnist will write about it.
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February 2019
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Memphis Tigers hold off Temple, 81-73, as Jeremiah Martin goes for 30 points
Memphis turned back Temple 81-73 Tuesday night at FedExForum, keeping alive their hopes to finish in the top four in the American Athletic Conference standings and earn a first-round bye in next month's league tournament. Jeremiah Martin led the way with 30 points.
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