Still no word from NCAA — but DeAndre Williams is enrolled at Memphis
Though he continues to wait for a decision from the NCAA regarding his eligibility status, DeAndre Williams is enrolled at Memphis for the fall semester.
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Though he continues to wait for a decision from the NCAA regarding his eligibility status, DeAndre Williams is enrolled at Memphis for the fall semester.
While many things are falling into place for the Tigers, the group still waits for key answers just seven weeks from the start of the 2023-24 season.
The Memphis head coach took time out of what’s been a busy offseason for the Tigers to inaugurate the outdoor, technicolor basketball court at the newly renovated Tom Lee Park.
Bart Torvik, a college basketball analytics site, projects how Memphis would fare with and without DeAndre Williams.
Penny Hardaway and his staff have found answers for a handful of Memphis’ areas of concern this offseason. But what’s left to answer may be the difference between good and great for the 2023-24 Tigers.
Where does DeAndre Williams’ NCAA eligibility case currently stand? When can Williams and Memphis expect to learn the fate of the All-AAC forward? Lester Quinoñes to play with Dominican National Team against MemphisRelated story:
The Daily Memphian’s Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin weigh in on DeAndre Williams’ eligibility battle with the NCAA, the chances of Malcolm Dandridge returning to the Tigers, Kendric Davis’ NBA Draft stock and more.
DeAndre Williams’ eligibility case is clear. But what are the chances the NCAA sees it the same way?
“We’ve got documented proof — written proof — of misadvisement in the form of emails, text messages. I think it’s very clear,” said DeAndre Williams’ lawyer, Don Jackson.
Between DeAndre Williams’ recent eligibility battle with the NCAA, Mikey Williams’ ongoing legal situation, Malcolm Dandridge’s potential return and NIL concerns, it’s been a turbulent offseason for the Tigers.Related story:
The Tigers big man, who previously thought his college career was done, looks to gain an additional year of NCAA eligibility.
If DeAndre Williams has his way, the Memphis Tigers may be able to keep their 6-foot-9 all-conference forward.Related story:
Davis and Williams will have a chance to showcase their abilities in front of several NBA scouts.
DeAndre Williams and Kendric Davis are a dominant duo. Penny Hardaway said they remind him of the days he played with David Vaughn. How far can they carry the Tigers? The journey starts Friday night. DeAndre Williams with a GoPro — and other tournament shenanigansRelated story:
This is what the Tigers had been building toward. This was what Penny Hardaway claimed they were capable of doing all along. Related story:
DeAndre Williams threw down a dunk that summed up the Memphis Tigers play on Saturday. They’re not letting anyone stop them. After routing Tulane, they’ll play Houston Sunday for the AAC Championship.
The AAC announced its all-conference team selections and award winners for the 2022-23 season on Wednesday.
When Memphis pulled out a close win over Cincinnati at FedExForum on Sunday, it marked another step toward securing what Kendric Davis has wanted all along: a trip to the NCAA Tournament.Related story:
Without star point guard Kendric Davis, the Tigers battled the Cougars and had an opportunity to get within one score late in the contest. Box score: Houston 72, Memphis 64 Lomax and Dandridge expected to return from injury versus Houston, according to sourceRelated:
In some aspects, Memphis looks like a sure-fire NCAA Tournament team; in others, it leaves plenty of room for question.
DeAndre Williams is determined to lead the Tigers through this critical stretch because making the NCAA Tournament never gets old.
The Tigers withstood one final blow (a 12-0 run) from their opponent to come out with 86-77 victory over the Owls on Sunday morning. Box Score: Memphis 86, Temple 77 Buckley: Penny Hardaway and the Tigers can’t escape the bubble talkRelated:
DeAndre Williams led the Tigers with 26 points and Kendric Davis added 21 to help Memphis improve to 15-5 overall and 5-2 in conference play. Hardaway pivoted to get Memphis back on track. The Tigers’ win over Cincinnati is proof.Related story:
Kendric Davis and DeAndre Williams were magnificent in leading the Memphis Tigers to their 100th win under Penny Hardaway. OK, the official record will say this was win No. 99. Either way, it was sweet.
Penny Hardaway was conflicted when addressing reporters after his team’s victory over Wichita State on Thursday night at FedExForum.