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Topic: James Wiseman
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June 2019
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Calkins: The Memphis Tigers aim to ‘demolish’ opponents
The members of the Memphis Tigers' top-ranked recruiting class met the media Tuesday. They plan to do a lot of damage before the year is done.
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May 2019
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Rayjon Tucker opts to keep name in NBA Draft after committing to Memphis this month
Graduate transfer Rayjon Tucker opted to stay in the 2019 NBA Draft despite committing to Memphis earlier this month.
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Next: Penny Hardaway hopes to see some sacrifice on court
Penny Hardaway needed luck and James Wiseman to land his No. 1 overall class, now he's hoping they can sacrifice on the court to achieve a national championship.
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Penny Hardaway wants to buck another trend after historic recruiting class
Penny Hardaway's class of 2019 broke up the usual Duke and Kentucky tango at the top of the recruiting rankings. Now he's focused on breaking another trend.
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Calkins: A five-star week for two teams and our city
Precious Achiuwa is coming to Memphis, which puts an exclamation point on one of the best weeks in the city's basketball history
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Busy week of recruiting changes landscape of Tigers' 2019 class
Several developments on the recruiting trail changed coach Penny Hardaway's Class of 2019 big board.
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Calkins: Penny Hardaway is taking over the universe
Five-star point guard Boogie Ellis may be flipping from Duke to Memphis. It's just another day in an astonishing offseason for Penny Hardaway.
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April 2019
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T-STEM and state titles? Executive principal says East High can achieve both
Focus on T-STEM learning doesn’t mean East High School’s storied basketball history will fall by the wayside.
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James Wiseman named co-MVP of Jordan Brand Classic
James Wiseman showed out during the Jordan Brand Classic game and picked up co-MVP honors.
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Wiseman shows off potential at Nike Hoop Summit
James Wiseman showed that he can be a future No. 1 overall pick in the NBA Draft this week at the Nike Hoop Summit.
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Memphis Tigers appearing in way-too-early top 25 rankings
Coach Penny Hardaway's 2019-20 Tigers squad appear on a number of college basketball analysts' preliminary top 25 lists.
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Tigers forward Victor Enoh plans to transfer
Tigers forward Victor Enoh has entered the NCAA transfer portal with the intention of leaving the University of Memphis basketball program, according to a source familiar with the situation.
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March 2019
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Memphis signee Wiseman, other Tigers targets perform at All American Game
Memphis signee James Wiseman, the No. 1 prospect in the nation, was joined by several Tigers targets in the McDonald's All American Game. Here's how they fared.
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Bearden ends East's run in Class AAA despite stellar play by Wiseman
When it was winding down – when the clock was counting down the seconds on East High's magical state-tournament run – James Wiseman wasn't on the court.
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Wiseman propels East into Class AAA title game for fourth year in a row
James Wiseman dominates on both ends of the floor as East defeats Brentwood in Class AAA semifinals.
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East hammers Cleveland in Class AAA quarterfinals
James Wiseman leads a balanced effort as three-time defending champion East wins easily.
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Wiseman, Dandridge ready to win national championship with Memphis Tigers
James Wiseman and Malcolm Dandridge are ready to put Memphis back on top of the college basketball world.
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James Wiseman dreamed of McDonald's All American bid
Center James Wiseman has been dreaming of the McDonald's All-American Game since he was a child.
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East's Wiseman, Briarcrest's Chandler win Mr. Basketball awards
East High's James Wiseman and Briarcrest's Kennedy Chandler take home Mr. Basketball awards, the state's top individual honor.
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James Wiseman going to McDonalds All-American game with recruiting on his mind
Center James Wiseman will pull a bit of double duty in the McDonald's All-American game, playing while also trying to recruit plans to recruit other prospects to Memphis.
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Alex Lomax blazed a trail for Wiseman, Dandridge at East High
East High's James Wiseman and Malcolm Dandridge soon will be joining former teammate Alex Lomax at the University of Memphis. But as East prepares to go to the state playoffs, Lomax is reminding the senior standouts to enjoy the moments as they come.
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February 2019
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Wiseman's triple-double, East's defense lead Mustangs to Region Championship
James Wiseman dominates Whitehaven as East takes home the Region 8-AAA crown with a 60-44 victory, the Mustangs avenging a loss to the Tigers two weeks ago in the district championships.
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Damion Baugh inching closer to a decision after official visit to Memphis
Damion Baugh, considering three schools regarding his future in college basketball, is expected to make a decision in the next 10 days with Memphis as one of his three finalists.
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Murrell's buzzer-beater sends Whitehaven to region final against East
Matthew Murrell comes through in the clutch for Whitehaven.
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Whitehaven junior guard Matthew Murrell continues making a name for himself
In the district championship game against East High and James Wiseman, Whitehaven junior guard Matthew Murrell showed the skills that could make him as sought after by college coaches as Wiseman was this season.
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Tigers Podcast: Memphis Express and the Tigers’ AAC chances
Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan and WMC-TV 5 reporter and sports anchor Sudu Upadhyay discuss the Memphis Express' first AAF game, the Tigers’ conference chances and more. -
The weekly Daily Memphian high school honor roll
Two big games from City University girls standout Acacia Phillips highlight this week's list of top performers.
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January 2019
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The latest on the 2019 recruits on Penny Hardaway's radar
Penny Hardaway and his staff are attempting to top the short-notice recruiting job from the spring with their class of 2019. Memphis has three commitments in the class of 2019 with big targets still up on the board. Here’s who Hardaway is after and more. -
Updating Tigers Class of 2019 basketball recruit list after Wiseman commits to Tigers
Penny Hardaway and his staff are attempting to top the short-notice recruiting job from the spring with their Class of 2019. Memphis has three commitments in the Class of 2019 with big targets still up on the board. Here’s who Hardaway is after and more. -
Wiseman selected to play in McDonald's All-American Game
East High center and Memphis signee James Wiseman, the nation's top-ranked high school player, was selected Thursday to play in the McDonald's All-American game on March 27 in Atlanta.
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The No-Look Pass: Harris misfiring, Tigers playing fast and defensive shortcomings
A look at the shooting struggles of Tyler Harris, the pace of the Tigers offense and dealing with the defensive deficiencies of lacking a rim-protector.
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Calkins: The 10 most compelling Memphis sports figures of 2019 (and Penny Hardaway is not No. 1)
Two new sports franchises, a world-class golf tournamaent and the arrival of James Wiseman mean 2019 could be an historic year in Memphis sports. Here are the top 10 most compelling Memphis sports figures of the year ahead (and, no, Penny Hardaway is not No. 1).
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December 2018
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Calkins: The 10 most compelling Memphis sports figures of 2018
Penny Hardaway was the most compelling Memphis sports figure of 2018. But here are 10 more who shaped the year.
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Memphis among final four choices for Trendon Watford
Four-star forward Trendon Watford tweeted his final four potential schools Friday afternoon and the Memphis Tigers made the cut.
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November 2018
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Penny Hardaway: Adjustments required for 3-3 Tigers
The biggest news out of Penny Hardaway’s press conference on Thursday, Nov. 29, was that top recruit James Wiseman had signed his national letter of intent. -
Wiseman officially signs with Tigers
East High center James Wiseman, who announced last week he will attend the University of Memphis, has officially signed with the Tigers, Memphis coach Penny Hardaway said Thursday. -
Wade: In era of 'hot takes,' Penny's first team doesn't lend itself to one
There were at least moments of reason. Somewhere along the Penny Hardaway timeline – from rumor of his hiring to today when his first team stands 3-3 – there were small moments when people seemed to understand. -
Calkins: A memorable day for James Wiseman and the Memphis Tigers ends with a memorable night
At the end of the night, they posed for photos. Malcolm Dandridge on the left, DJ Jeffries in the middle, James Wiseman on the right. -
James Wiseman picks Hardaway and Memphis Tigers
Center James Wiseman committed Tuesday to play college basketball at the University of Memphis – among the biggest recruiting successes in the program’s history and a huge accomplishment for first-year coach Penny Hardaway. -
Calkins: James Wiseman picks Memphis over Kentucky and it could be a magical ride
Just before noon, James Wiseman looked into the ESPN cameras, and said “After long, thoughtful consideration, I will be attending the University of . . .” -
Calipari downplays his recruiting talents after Wiseman commitment to Tigers
Kentucky coach John Calipari acknowledged Tuesday he may be “overrated” as a recruiter after losing the battle with his former employer – the University of Memphis – to sign top prospect James Wiseman. -
James Wiseman commits today; here’s what you need to know
James Wiseman, the nation’s top college basketball prospect, will announce his college decision Tuesday morning on ESPN's SportsCenter. -
Top prospect Wiseman to announce college choice Tuesday
James Wiseman, the nation’s No. 1 prospect, will announce Tuesday his decision on where he will play college basketball during an appearance on ESPN’s SportsCenter at 11 a.m. CST. -
Calkins: James Wiseman has to pick Memphis, right?
It’s got to be Memphis, right? -
Memphis opens early signing period with two commitments
The University of Memphis announced the signings of class of 2019 forward DJ Jeffries and center Malcolm Dandridge this afternoon.
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October 2018
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Calkins: Kentucky or Memphis? Here’s what happened when James Wiseman asked Twitter where to go to school
What happens when the No. 1 high school basketball prospect in the country asks everyone on Twitter what college he should attend? -
Recruits among celebrities expected at Memphis Madness
The Memphis Tigers plan to host a bevy of recruits for Memphis Madness Thursday night. The festivities include a scrimmage and surprise special guests. The University of Memphis announced the schedule and details Wednesday afternoon. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the event starts an hour later.
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