There are 20 article(s) tagged DeAndre Williams:

• February 2021

  • 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.

    By Danielle Lerner February 16, 2021

• January 2021

  • Memphis drops another tight game, and the culprit is the same as always

    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

    By Danielle Lerner January 29, 2021

  • Sometimes down, but never out: How DeAndre Williams landed at Memphis

    After a tumultuous path of missteps and hurdles, the forward finally bursts forth and brings his joy to the Tigers.

    By Danielle Lerner January 20, 2021

• December 2020

  • Tigers Basketball Insider: What final impression will Memphis make in 2020?

    Tonight, Coach Penny Hardaway will publicly roll out his new “lion set” offense, and the Tigers will attempt to stop the Bulls from winning a third straight game in FedExForum. 

    By Danielle Lerner December 29, 2020

  • Penny Hardaway: With a new offense, Memphis is ready to ‘go to war’

    An extended break gave the Tigers a chance to install the scheme and reinforce a positive mental approach. 

    By Danielle Lerner December 28, 2020

  • Memphis has yet to get the best out of the center position

    Coach Penny Hardaway said, “I’m going to make the adjustments on the rotations, man, and just keep a big on the floor at all times, keep a true big on the floor at all times.” The problem is: Who?

    By Danielle Lerner December 27, 2020

  • Memphis loses to Tulsa in clunker

    Neither team played well, but the Tigers were plagued by unforced errors and poor shooting again.

    Related story: Box score

    By Danielle Lerner December 22, 2020

  • Tigers basketball: Three things to watch for in Memphis-Tulsa

    DeAndre Williams will be in the starting lineup for the Tigers, who want to deliver Tulsa some payback.

    By Danielle Lerner December 20, 2020

  • Calkins: DeAndre Williams is contagious (in the best way!)

    The Evansville transfer became eligible to play just hours before Memphis and Tulane tipped off Wednesday. For a beleaguered Tigers team, it may have been just in time.

    By Geoff Calkins December 17, 2020

  • As much as he brings to the court, there’s DeAndre Williams as a leader

    Memphis still has issues in its game, but Williams’ appearance on the court is a welcome development.

    By Danielle Lerner December 17, 2020

  • Memphis survives Tulane rally to win AAC opener

    Transfer DeAndre Williams, declared eligible just hours before the game, made an immediate impression.

    Related story: As much as he brings to the court, there’s DeAndre Williams as a leader

    Related story: Box score: Memphis 80, Tulane 74

    By Danielle Lerner December 17, 2020

  • Memphis transfer DeAndre Williams immediately eligible, will play vs. Tulane

    The 6-foot-9 transfer from Evansville was ruled immediately eligible Wednesday after the NCAA passed new legislation.

    By Danielle Lerner December 16, 2020

  • Tigers Basketball Insider: Hardaway taking reins on offense

    “We’re playing defense well enough to beat teams. We’re just not playing offense well enough to beat teams,” Hardaway said.

    By Danielle Lerner December 16, 2020

  • Tigers basketball: NCAA wants more info on DeAndre Williams waiver

    Until the NCAA issues a final ruling, Williams can practice with the Tigers but remains sidelined during games.

    By Danielle Lerner December 04, 2020

• November 2020

  • Tigers’ Rand to miss opener vs. Saint Mary’s

    Here’s what to expect for the Tigers' season opener Wednesday at the Crossover Classic.

    By Danielle Lerner November 24, 2020

  • Tigers forward Isaiah Stokes suspended for the season

    Coach Penny Hardaway says status of Moussa Cisse and transfer DeAndre Williams remains in limbo. 

    By Danielle Lerner November 19, 2020

• September 2020

  • Memphis Tiger basketball: 5 storylines to watch

    University of Memphis Coach Penny Hardaway needs to wrap up a few details before season starts in November.

    By Danielle Lerner September 28, 2020

• May 2020

  • Memphis transfer eligiblity: No documentation, no chance to play

    The top priority at the moment is the eligibility of key transfers DeAndre Williams and Landers Nolley II, seeking waivers to play this season. Otherwise they may never see the floor in a Tigers uniform.

    By Drew Hill May 26, 2020

  • Tigers pick up Evansville transfer DeAndre Williams

    DeAndre Williams, who played last season at Evansville, has announced that he will transfer to Memphis, adding a power forward to the Tigers roster if he is eligible next season.

    By Drew Hill May 15, 2020

  • A winding road for DeAndre Williams ends up in Memphis

    Evansville transfer DeAndre Williams committed to Memphis Friday. The 'college journeyman' has a unique back story. 

    By Drew Hill May 15, 2020