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Topic: Memphis Tigers Basketball
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May 2019
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Mason Miller still focusing on basketball after Memphis Tigers offer
Mason Miller, son of assistant coach Mike Miller, is focusing on basketball after Memphis offer.
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Boogie Ellis becomes latest signee to join Tigers
For the third time in four days, a major recruit has committed to join the Tiger basketball team for next season – this time it's Boogie Ellis, who once signed with Duke.
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Trezevant's Jalen Brown dreams of Tigers offer
Trezevant basketball star Jalen Brown and his father are dreaming of playing for coach Penny Hardaway one day.
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Graduate transfer Rayjon Tucker commits to Memphis Tigers
Graduate transfer Rayjon Tucker joins coach Penny Hardaway's stacked recruiting class.
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Calkins: As another star picks Penny, Memphis fans should revel in the hate
When Lester Quinones picked Memphis over Indiana Friday, fans of other schools were enraged. So Penny Hardaway must be doing something right.
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Lester Quinones commits to play for Tigers
Lester Quinones announced Friday he will play for the Memphis Tigers next season as the Penny Pied Piper reputation continues to grow.
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David Wingett transferring from Memphis
David Wingett is transferring from Memphis after one season with the Tigers, leaving Penny Hardaway with four scholarships as he pursues more recruits.
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5 things to know about Lester Quinones' college decision on Friday
Lester Quinones makes a decision between Indiana and Memphis Friday afternoon.
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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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Boogie Ellis unofficially visiting Memphis for second time
Boogie Ellis unofficially visiting Memphis after Duke allowed the guard from California out of his national letter of intent with the Blue Devils.
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Quinones’ decision could impact the rest of Penny Hardaway’s recruiting
Targeted recruit Lester Quinones will decide where he will attend college on Friday, May 10 – an announcement that could have ramifications in Memphis and across college basketball.
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Recruiting Notebook: Quinones, Tucker expected to decide this week
Two Memphis targets will make college decisions this week while some participated in an all-star game over the weekend.
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Strength coach Randy Flores not returning to Memphis basketball program next season
Coach Penny Hardaway will have to replace his strength and conditioning coach going into next season.
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April 2019
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RJ Hampton makes reclassification to class of 2019 official
Point guard RJ Hampton, a recruiting target of the Tigers, made his reclassification decision official this morning making him available to sign for next season.
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Rayjon Tucker visiting Memphis before deciding between college or NBA
Graduate transfer Rayjon Tucker plans to visit Memphis before deciding between returning to college or going to the NBA.
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Damion Baugh officially signs national letter of intent with Memphis
Damion Baugh officially signs with Memphis Tigers on first day of the late signing period.
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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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Jeremiah Martin named to All-Tournament team at Portsmouth Invitational
Portsmouth Invitational named Jeremiah Martin to All-Tournament team over the weekend.
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Tigers Podcast: Managing expectations and spring football
Memphis Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan is joined by columnist Don Wade to talk Penny Hardaway, expectations for next season, recruiting, spring football and Brady White.
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Quinones announces decision date, Hurt makes a decision of his own
Friday brought several developments on the recruiting front for Penny Hardaway and the Memphis Tigers.
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Graduate transfer Rayjon Tucker will visit Memphis this month
Graduate transfer Rayjon Tucker will officially visit the University of Memphis in two weeks.
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Achiuwa reportedly visiting Tigers next Monday; Watford delays his decision
Precious Achiuwa reportedly will visit Tigers next Monday. Meanwhile, five-star forward Trendon Watford will not announce a decision on April 20 as previously planned.
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Journey coming full circle as Watford’s recruitment comes to a close
Trendon Watford's basketball path coming full circle as his recruitment winds to a close.
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Updating Memphis basketball's 2019 recruit list after two transfers
Penny Hardaway and his staff plan on finishing the 2019 recruiting cycle off with a bang. Here's the updated class of 2019 big board.
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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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Antwann Jones to transfer from Memphis
Antwann Jones is the latest Memphis Tigers to state his intentions to transfer.
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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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Tigers Podcast: Mailbag Edition
Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan takes questions from users on the latest developments in Memphis Tigers sports. He talks Trendon Watford, Precious Achiuwa, Lester Quinones and spring football.
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March 2019
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Calkins: Penny Hardaway says national championship hopes 'more real'
Penny Hardaway wrapped up his first season by declaring that his hopes for a national championship at Memphis are "more real."
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With the initial steps behind him, Penny Hardaway looks to ace the offseason
With a satisfactory first campaign behind him, Penny Hardaway looks to enhance a culture for his team moving to the future.
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Tigers Podcast: Offseason basketball developments
Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan is joined by columnist Geoff Calkins to talk about Penny Hardaway, recruiting and possible transfers.
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Memphis basketball offseason storylines to watch
Coach Penny Hardaway's second offseason as the Tigers' head coach could be more difficult than the last.
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Tigers move to second round of NIT facing Creighton in Omaha
Tigers will travel to Omaha on Friday to face Creighton of the Big East in the second round of the National Invitation Tournament.
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New York, New York: If Tigers can make NIT Final Four, Hardaway’s first season earns more shine
On outside of NCAAs looking in, Memphis Tigers are embracing the NIT experience with an eye toward New York and the NIT Final Four at Madison Square Garden.
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Memphis won’t play in Myrtle Beach Invitational in 2019
The Tigers 2019 basketball schedule continues shaking up after withdrawing from the 2019 Myrtle Invitational field.
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Jeremiah Martin leads Tigers to victory in first round of NIT
Jeremiah Martin led the Tigers with 21 points and seven rebounds as the Tigers advanced to the Round of 16 in the NIT.
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Memphis Tigers take on San Diego in NIT
Head coach Penny Hardaway and the Tigers face off with San Diego at FedExForum on Tuesday night.
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Hardaway wants to play strong nonconference schedule
Memphis Tigers coach Penny Hardaway won’t step back from tough opponents in future scheduling; he also is “sure” senior Jeremiah Martin will be participating in Portsmouth Invitational next month.
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Davenport expected to play in Tigers' first-round NIT game against San Diego
Kyvon Davenport's knee injury turns out to be a bruise, according to Memphis coach Penny Hardaway, and the forward should be ready for Tuesday's NIT opener against San Diego.
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Memphis Tigers ditch game plan and almost overtake No. 11 Houston
Coach Penny Hardaway adjusted and ditched his gameplan late as the Tigers almost downed No. 11 Houston in the AAC Tournament semifinals.
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Isaiah Maurice found his place in Memphis in time for AAC Tournament
Isaiah Maurice found his place in the Memphis offense. He feels like he plays his best basketball during tournament time -- he showed that Friday night in the win over the UCF Knights.
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Calkins: Memphis calls shot, destroys UCF, takes aim at Houston next
Memphis shows its toughness and swagger in routing UCF. But will that be enough to beat Houston? Saturday's game will be the ultimate test.
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Tigers Podcast: Taking a look at Penny and recruiting
Memphis Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan is joined by GoTigers247's Brooks Hansen to talk about Penny Hardaway, Lester Quinones, Trendon Watford, the future and scheduling tougher opponents.
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Lance Thomas can't play but still helping the Tigers through AAC Tournament
Lance Thomas can't play for the Tigers this season, but he's stepping up to motivate the Tigers as they make a run in the AAC Tournament.
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Memphis wants and needs Tyler Harris to keep shooting during AAC Tournament
The Memphis Tigers want and need guard Tyler Harris to keep shooting so they can make noise in the American Athletic Conference Tournament.
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Tigers’ AAC Tournament future hinges on contributions from all its seniors
Jeremiah Martin led the Tigers with 21 points in their first-round win over Tulane. But seniors Mike Parks and Kyvon Davenport had strong games, as the seniors need to chip in if Memphis is to make it to the AAC tournament finals on Sunday.
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Calkins: With Tulane vanquished, Memphis prepares for 'biggest game of the year, by far'
Friday's game against UCF isn't just a big game. It is, according to Memphis coach Penny Hardaway, "the biggest game of the year, by far."
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Damion Baugh ready to grow as a point guard under Penny Hardaway
Guard Damion Baugh picked the Tigers over TCU and Texas Tech.
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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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Homecourt advantage provides potential edge to Tigers in AAC Tourney
While Memphis didn't earn a first-round bye in the AAC Tournament, the Tigers know to make the NCAA they probably have to win four straight, including Sunday's championship game.
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For top seeds, AAC tournament performance may not benefit NCAA positioning
While the Memphis Tigers need to win AAC Tournament to punch ticket to NCAAs, top seeds Houston and Cincinnati might not realize any benefit from winning this week's tournament championship.
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Tigers’ Martin, Temple’s Alston both worthy of AAC Player of the Year
Memphis senior Jeremiah Martin and Temple senior Shizz Alston are the AAC’s top scorers (each averaging 19.7 points per game), among the best playmakers, and each is deserving of the league’s Player of the Year Award.
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University of Memphis AD Tom Bowen agrees to contract extension
The University of Memphis and athletic director Tom Bowen have agreed to a six-month contract extension.
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Senior Night an experience that Tiger Penny Hardaway never knew
Five Memphis seniors, including AAC leading scorer Jeremiah Martin, will be honored before Saturday's 8:30 p.m. game vs. Tulsa at FedExForum.
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Davenport heads into final Tiger home game with the loss of a close friend and teammate on his mind
As the Memphis Tigers seniors prepare for their last regular-season home game, Kyvon Davenport recalls the loss of his friend and teammate Karim Azab and how his death affected Davenport.
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Tigers will open play Thursday afternoon against Tulane in AAC Tourney
Memphis will open play against Tulane on Thursday afternoon in the first round of the American Athletic Conference postseason tournament.
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Tigers Podcast: Senior Day and Damion Baugh
Memphis Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan is joined by columnist Geoff Calkins to talk about Jeremiah Martin, Senior Day, the upcoming American Athletic Conference tournament and University of Memphis President M. David Rudd.
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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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U of M president 'heartened and encouraged' by AD's new scheduling plans
University of Memphis President M. David Rudd is excited about Tom Bowen's new scheduling plans which could bring more high profile teams to Memphis.
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Memphis to face Oregon as part of Phil Knight Invitational
Head coach Penny Hardaway continues to make good on his promise to schedule tougher opponents.
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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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Season One, Chapter 17: The Memphis Tigers lost the game — but showed they can win the tournament
The Memphis Tigers lost to Cincinnati Saturday night. But in the process, they've showed how far they've come and how far they might go.
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Season One, Chapter 16: Jeremiah Martin's greatness lifts Memphis over Wichita State
In a tournament atmosphere on the road in a tough place to play, Jeremiah Martin does it again, carrying the Tigers to a win at Wichita State.
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Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Temple Owls
Memphis: 81, Temple: 73 -
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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Malcolm Dandridge ready to start career as Memphis Tiger
With season-ending knee injury knocking him from the postseason, East senior Malcolm Dandridge is concentrating on recovery and preparing for the start of his college career at Memphis.
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Lend a star a hand? Jeremiah Martin and Tigers need contributions from freshmen
As amazing as senior guard Jeremiah Martin has been, the Tigers won’t do the “great things” coach Penny Hardaway believes to be possible without freshmen Tyler Harris, Antwann Jones and Alex Lomax playing their roles.
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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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LeBron James and Penny Hardaway share friendship, mutual respect
The longtime friendship between Penny Hardaway and LeBron James could help Hardaway on the recruiting trail, using the NBA star's words as a conversation starter with players.
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Jeremiah Martin earns national and conference weekly honors
Tiger guard Jeremiah Martin was recognized with two weekly awards Monday – one national and one from the American Athletic Conference – for his scoring performance in a pair of Memphis wins last week.
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Basketball box score: Tigers v Tulane
Memphis: 102, Tulane: 76 -
Jalen Sneed taking a similar path as his father while making a name for himself in Memphis
Former Memphis Tiger Omar Sneed sent his son to Memphis to play basketball, and possibly learn some lessons he learned many years ago.
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Memphis’ best chance at reaching the NCAA Tournament? The Alpha Tiger, Jeremiah Martin
Senior guard Jeremiah Martin has carried the Memphis Tigers lately, and he’s the one player who – difficult as it would be – could lead them all the way to the NCAA Tournament
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Tigers Podcast: U of M president talks indoor practice facility, attendance
Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan and University of Memphis president M. David Rudd break down the latest in developments of Memphis' new indoor practice facility, attendance and scheduling.
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‘Magnificent’ Larry Finch plaza will be located at entrance to South Campus
The University of Memphis will honor Tiger legend Larry Finch with a plaza near the Getwell entrance to the South Campus.
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Tigers to face reeling Tulane team Wednesday at FedExForum
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway says the Tigers are focused on trying to finish in the top four of the American Athletic Conference, so as to earn a first-round bye in next month’s league tournament at FedExForum.
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Season One, Chapter 15: Psssst, Penny Hardaway’s first season already a success
The record may be similar to the final Tubby Smith campaign, but the whole vibe of the Memphis Tigers season is happier, more enjoyable and optimistic about the future.
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Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. UCF
UCF: 79, Memphis: 72 -
Wiseman continuing his personal recruiting of top prospects to Tigers
East High forward James Wiseman, already committed to the Memphis, is continuing his pursuit of other top recruits to join him with the Tigers.
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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. -
Memphis rolling with a similar game plan Saturday against UCF
The defensive strategy against Tacko Fall and UCF was successful when Memphis defeated the Knights last month, so the Tigers will stick with that game plan.
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Antwann Jones day-to-day after missing game against East Carolina
Jones, already struggling with his game and attitude, now is dealing with foot soreness, leaving his status for Saturday's game at UCF in question.
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Road Recap: Tigers and Jeremiah Martin outlast East Carolina on the road
Jeremiah Martin nailed consecutive 3-pointers with under five minutes remaining to give the Tigers a seven-point lead they never relinquished en route to defeating East Carolina 79-69 Wednesday.
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Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. East Carolina Pirates
Memphis: 79, East Carolina: 69 -
Baugh visits and Tigers make top list for another prospect
There were several developments on the recruiting front for head coach Penny Hardaway over the weekend, including an official visit from Damion Baugh.
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Tigers halt losing streak, turn back UConn 78-71 behind Kyvon Davenport’s 26 points
Tigers use quick start and 26 points from Kyvon Davenport to hold on for a 78-71 win over UConn, snapping Memphis' two-game skid.
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Tigers Podcast: Memphis' struggles and Jeremiah Martin's scoring explosion
Daily Memphian columnist Geoff Calkins and Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan discuss Memphis' four-game losing streak, Jeremiah Martin's latest scoring explosion, the future of the basketball program, and more. -
Heroic Jeremiah Martin can't save Tigers once again
Guard Jeremiah Martin was feeling the effects of whatever propelled him to 41 points in the loss to USF over the weekend. Four days after his career performance, the senior guard started 4-of-5 from 3-point range and didn't seem to be slowing down. -
At the Horn: Cumberland scores 17 to lead No. 25 Cincinnati past Memphis
Jarron Cumberland scored 17 points and keyed a late rally as No. 25 Cincinnati overcame a poor shooting night to beat the Memphis Tigers 69-64 on Thursday night. -
Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Cincinnati Bearcats
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Five-star R.J. Hampton includes Memphis in top-five list
Five-star combo guard R.J. Hampton includes Memphis Tigers in his top five list.
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Three-star Damion Baugh includes Memphis in top-three list
The Memphis Tigers are among the final three schools under consideration by three-star guard Damion Baugh.
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January 2019
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Memphis drops second straight road game after dismal shooting in Tulsa
Poor shooting and lack of energy translate to a second straight conference road loss for Memphis, as Tulsa defeats the Tigers 95-79.
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Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Tulsa Golden Hurricane
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Less focus on scoring means more complete contributions for Raynere Thornton
With more minutes since the Tulane victory, forward Raynere Thornton no longer is focusing solely on scoring for the Tigers, translating into a more complete game.
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Penny Hardaway doesn't bluff when asked about critics
Penny Hardaway says other coaches are jealous of his accomplishments since he didn’t come up through the college-coaching ranks before having success in his inaugural season at Memphis.
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Season One, Chapter 12: Penny Hardaway and Memphis get a statement win
Memphis smashed UCF in front of a raucous crowd at FedExForum to give Penny Hardaway a statement win.
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Tigers’ defense follows the game plan and throttles UCF offense in FedExForum
The Memphis Tigers followed assistant coach Mike Miller's scouting report in the 77-57 win over UCF.
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At the Horn: Tigers cruise past UCF, 77-57, and win rebounding undercard 46-28
From the first possession of the game, when UCF’s 7-foot-6 center Tacko Fall fumbled a pass around his ankles and that turnover became a fast-break layup for Memphis, the Tigers were in charge. They rolled to a 77-57 victory Sunday afternoon at FedExForum and remained a perfect 4-0 at home in American Athletic Conference play. -
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. -
UCF center Tacko Fall a tall order for Tigers bigs
Head coach Penny Hardaway is preparing for the challenges Tacko Fall presents on offense and defense.
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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. -
Road Recap: Tigers fall to Temple for third road loss
The Memphis Tigers' road woes continued Thursday night against the Temple Owls, as poor 3-point shooting slowed a second-half comeback rally.
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Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Temple Owls
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Hardaway's new hustle board motivating competitive Tigers
Head coach Penny Hardaway has deployed a new hustle board to track and motivate his players.
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Brewton finding success after buying into Hardaway's plan
Guard Kareem Brewton is playing his best basketball after buying into head coach Penny Hardaway's philosophies.
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Tigers' next two games have American Athletic Conference implications
The Memphis Tigers' American Athletic Conference positioning could be improved with wins over teams with similar records in the next two games.
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Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Southern Methodist University
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'Memphis State' jumps on SMU early and doesn't let up in home win
"Memphis State", while wearing their retro uniforms, defeated the SMU Mustangs 83-61 in their most complete game of the season.
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Tigers Podcast: Retro jerseys and American Athletic Conference play
Tigers beat reporter Jonah Jordan and columnist Geoff Calkins discuss Saturday's matchup between Memphis and the SMU Mustangs; Penny Hardaway's recent thoughts about his team's deficiencies and 2019 recruiting class; football coach Mike Norvell's new staff; and Tony Pollard's decision to enter the NFL Draft. -
Hardaway preparing for smaller, better rebounding SMU team
Head coach Penny Hardaway is preparing for a smaller SMU team that focuses on one of his Tigers biggest weaknesses – rebounding.
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Tigers going retro against SMU, perhaps even pulling out some throwback jerseys
Head coach Penny Hardaway wants to surprise fans during Saturday's "throwback game" against SMU at FedExForum.
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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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Tigers missing hard work and desire as rebounding problems continue
As the Memphis Tigers continued to be outrebounded, Penny Hardaway pushes for effort and a desire to overcome the problem.
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Chapter 10: Penny Hardaway (barely) gets his first road win
Calkins: Coach Penny Hardaway is upbeat as the Memphis Tigers get their first road win with an 83-79 victory over Tulane. “I knew that it was time for us to win a game on the road.”
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Calkins: Penny Hardaway says 'Shame on the seniors' after much-too-close win
Penny Hardaway continues to try to push the right buttons to motivate his Memphis basketball team. As the win over East Carolina made abundantly clear, this has not been an easy task.
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Hardaway turns Tigers' focus to toughness ahead of East Carolina matchup
Head coach Penny Hardaway has the Tigers focused on toughness with East Carolina coming to FedExForum Thursday.
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Where the Memphis Tigers stand in recruiting entering the New Year
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Chapter Nine: Houston Cougars remind Penny Hardaway there’s a long way to go
Calkins: Tigers’ youth on full display as freshmen fail to contribute in loss to No. 19 Houston Cougars.
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Calkins: Mike Parks is a new dad! (But he might be sleepy for Houston game)
HOUSTON — Mike Parks Jr. won’t be as rested as usual when the Memphis Tigers take on Houston Sunday evening. But he has the best excuse in the world. And his name is Zakari Daniel Parks, all 7 pounds and 8 ounces, who was born by C-section at 9:41 p.m. Saturday. -
No. 19 and undefeated Houston poses major challenge for Memphis
After the Memphis Tigers had held off Wichita State 85-74 at FedExForum last Thursday to open American Athletic Conference play, attention turned to the road test awaiting at 5 p.m. Sunday in Houston against the No. 19 and undefeated Cougars (14-0, 1-0 AAC). -
Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Wichita State
Memphis 85, Wichita State, 74 -
Tigers, Shockers open AAC play trying to find consistency
If Memphis and Wichita State have another gear, now would be a good time to find it. “Things are going to ramp up,” Tigers coach Penny Hardaway said Wednesday. -
Calkins: Alex Lomax hears the harsh criticisms – but wouldn't change a thing
When Alex Lomax was named Mr. Basketball his sophomore and junior years of high school, everyone in Memphis loved him.
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December 2018
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Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Tennessee State
Memphis 99, Tennessee State, 41 -
Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Florida A&M
Memphis 96, Florida A&M, 65 -
Brewton provides steady bench production as his role is defined in Penny Hardaway era
Once Penny Hardaway successfully recruited Alex Lomax (East) and Tyler Harris (Cordova) to Memphis, it was clear that there was going to be a squeeze at guard for minutes. -
Memphis rolls over Tennessee State 99-41
The Memphis Tigers easily handled Tennessee State, 99-41, Saturday to improve to 7-5 on the season.
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Saturday's Memphis-Tennessee State game could be a free-throw contest
If Memphis and Tennessee State foul at their usual rate Saturday, coach Penny Hardaway says fans may need a pillow.
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Tennessee State vs. Memphis means Penny vs. Penny
Tennessee State coach Brian "Penny" Collins grew up an Anfernee "Penny" Hardaway fan. In fact, that's how he got the nickname. Now, they face off Saturday at FedExForum.
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Calkins: Antwann Jones saves Penny Hardaway and Memphis from a flop
This could have been embarrassing for Penny Hardaway and the Memphis program. It’s one thing to get into a public fracas with Tennessee coach Rick Barnes. It’s another thing to then go out and lose to a team like Little Rock. But with 3:52 left in the game, Little Rock up by two points, embarrassment seemed distinctly possible. -
Memphis Tigers struggle before beating Little Rock 99-89
Four days earlier with No. 3 Tennessee in a sold-out building, adrenaline was no problem for Memphis. -
Tip-ins and Turnovers: Tigers defeat Little Rock despite poor defense
Memphis (6-5) overcame a slow start on the defensive end of the floor to defeat Little Rock (5-7) 99-89 and get back over .500 in the record book. -
Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Ark.-Little Rock
Memphis 99, Little Rock, 89 -
Memphis tops Little Rock 99-89
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Hardaway goes off on UT's Rick Barnes, calls Vols coach's comments 'low class'
Head coach Penny Hardaway had strong words for Tennessee coach Rick Barnes on Tuesday afternoon. -
Tigers have seen best Kyvon Davenport, but can they keep him?
He had just scored a career-high 31 points and grabbed 11 rebounds against No. 3 Tennessee. So, I asked Memphis Tigers forward Kyvon Davenport, point-blank, if he had surprised himself a little. -
No. 3 Tennessee beats Memphis 102-92
Admiral Schofield popped his Tennessee jersey to the Memphis fans who had been screaming at him throughout the game. -
Main Event: Slow start dooms Tigers against No. 3 Tennessee
It was during a timeout midway through the second half that Tiger nation seemed to cast its vote on the day. Fans were standing and cheering. Roaring, really. -
Tip-Ins and Turnovers: Slow start dooms Tigers despite career day from Davenport
Memphis couldn't overcome a slow start and fell to No. 3 Tennessee 102-92 in FedExForum. -
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. -
No. 3 Tennessee self-assured ahead of Saturday's game with Memphis
The No. 3-ranked Tennessee Volunteers were slowed down Friday, their flight from Knoxville to Memphis delayed by more than two hours because of mechanical problems with the plane. -
Tigers Podcast: Will Norvell stay? Did UCF cheat? What recruits are next for Penny?
Geoff Calkins and Jonah Jordan talk about the future of Memphis football coach Mike Norvell, the disgrace that was the AAC title game, the state of football and basketball recruiting and the progress of Penny Hardaway’s basketball team. -
Memphis-UT rivalry not lost on former Vols who started out Tiger fans
They grew up here, knew the heroes of Memphis Tigers basketball, and tried to emulate them. Time was, they bled blue. But it didn’t guarantee that they would stay here and play for the hometown team. -
Memphis speed looks to overwhelm Vols' size on Saturday
6-foot-3, 6-foot-6, 6-foot-6, 6-foot-7, 6-foot-11 – that’s what No. 3 Tennessee’s starting lineup read as during the Volunteers' win over No. 1 Gonzaga Sunday afternoon. -
No. 3 Tennessee a tall challenge
The Memphis Tigers’ non-conference strength of schedule this season ranks 81st at kenpom.com out of 351 Division I schools. -
Tigers' Tyler Harris becoming a multidimensional pest on offense and defense
His collegiate debut gave the doubters ammunition for their argument. The 5-foot-9, 150-pound guy missed all six shots he took, all from behind the 3-point line, and some stupid deep. -
Main Event: Tigers close strong for lopsided win over UAB
When it was over and Memphis had secured a 94-76 victory over UAB on Saturday at FedExForum, coach Penny Hardaway called it “our first blowout win” of the season. -
At the Horn: Tigers use strong defense, scoring from Harris and Davenport to defeat UAB
Tyler Harris scored 24 points, Kyvon Davenport added 21 points and eight rebounds as Memphis used a strong second- half defense to defeat UAB 94-76 on Saturday afternoon. -
Tip-Ins and Turnovers: Tigers fight off scrappy Blazers
Memphis (5-4) put away a scrappy UAB (6-3) squad 94-76 for their fourth home win of the season Saturday afternoon. -
What does Penny Hardaway want from Isaiah Maurice? An encore to his last game
Three days after the best game of his young career as a Memphis Tiger, Isaiah Maurice conceded that, yes, he has had an adjustment period. Which makes him just like his teammates. -
Memphis distributing 7,500 Hardaway bobbleheads Saturday
The first 7,500 spectators entering FedExForum for Saturday afternoon's University of Memphis game will received a Penny Hardaway bobblehead – the university's latest promotion as fans return to games under the lure of the Tigers' new coach. -
Main Event: Tigers down South Dakota State 88-80 as old friend Jeremiah Martin re-emerges
Last season if was going to get done, then Jeremiah Martin was probably going to be the one to do it. He led Memphis in scoring with 18.9 points per game, but also in assists and steals, and as a 6-foot-3 guard was even third in rebounding percentage. -
At the Horn: Harris, Martin lead Tigers past South Dakota State 88-80
Tyler Harris and Jeremiah Martin scored 22 points each and a pesky Memphis defense forced 23 turnovers as the Tigers defeated South Dakota State 88-80 on Tuesday night. -
Tip-Ins and Turnovers: Tigers defense forces Jackrabbit mistakes
Memphis (4-4) won their best home game of the season in an 88-80 contest over South Dakota State (7-3). -
Chapter Five: As his team struggles to take flight, Penny Hardaway buys the wings
How, you may ask, did Penny Hardaway come to sign a wing sauce stain? -
South Dakota State and Mike Daum more than worthy, says Penny Hardaway
Forty-two years ago, to the day, South Dakota State came to Memphis for a basketball game and left on the low end of a 109-76 score. If the Tigers are to win the second-ever meeting against the Jackrabbits – and Memphis is arguably a slight underdog – the final score probably will not look anything like that. -
Tigers crumble in second half, fall 78-67 to No. 20 Texas Tech
Had it been a 30-minute game, the Memphis Tigers might have been fine. When Jeremiah Martin split two free throws with 9:09 left in the second half, Memphis still had a double-digit lead, 57-45, over No. 20 Texas Tech.
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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. -
Tigers down Canisius 71-63 in Orlando in consolation bracket
After Oklahoma State handed Memphis a 20-point loss in the first round of the AdvoCare Invitational in Orlando, coach Penny Hardaway called the performance “embarrassing” and vowed to make adjustments. -
Basketball box score: Memphis Tigers vs. Canisius Golden Griffins
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Hard-to-read Shutes ready to continue success at University of Memphis
Nobody at the breakfast table knew what school Jamirah Shutes would choose for college, not even her parents. Missouri, Ole Miss and Purdue were putting pressure on the 5-foot-7 guard from Brownsville to commit. The school 45 minutes away from her and her family still had a shot, though. -
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 . . .” -
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. -
Chapter Three: During an emotional week, Memphis basketball fans fell back in love
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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? -
Double-tough: Memphis Tigers turn back Yale 109-102 in two overtimes
On a mid-November Saturday night inside FedExForum, it felt like mid-March and the first round of the NCAA Tournament. For 45 minutes – through regulation and the first overtime – Memphis and Yale competed, overcame, refused to blink. -
Calkins: Memphis shows its guts in thrilling double-overtime win over Yale
Tyler Harris stepped to the line with 2.9 seconds left needing to hit three straight free throws to tie the game and send it into overtime. -
At the Horn: Harris, Martin lead Tigers to double overtime win
Tyler Harris scored 22 points, Jeremiah Martin added 20 as Memphis had to go to double overtime Saturday night before defeating Yale 109-102. -
Tip-Ins and Turnovers: Honoring Azab and the drama of double-OT
Memphis (2-1) fought off a scrappy Yale (1-1) squad 109-102 in double overtime at FedExForum Saturday night. -
Hardaway not looking past Yale
Head coach Penny Hardaway believes his Tigers (1-1) can’t look past a tough Yale (1-0) team this Saturday in FedExForum. -
Memphis Tigers remembering and honoring Azab
Guard Jeremiah Martin was one of the last ones out of the locker room prior to the LSU game. He saw Karim Sameh Azab’s No. 23 jersey where the center should have been sitting. -
Tiger basketball player Karim Azab dies after battling leukemia
University of Memphis basketball player Karim Sameh Azab died Thursday night, losing his battle with leukemia diagnosed earlier this year. -
From China to Memphis, Yale basketball team focused on court and off
The 2018-19 Yale basketball season started in Shanghai, China, with a cultural experience of a lifetime and a resounding 76-59 victory over the California Golden Bears. -
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. -
The No-Look Pass: Highlights, struggles and takeaways from Tigers’ loss to LSU
Memphis (1-1) fell 85-76 to LSU (3-0) in their first road test of the season. Here are highlights, struggles and takeaways from the game. -
Tip-Ins and Turnovers: Memphis puts up fight against No. 22 LSU
Memphis (1-1) challenged No. 22 LSU (3-0) in head coach Penny Hardaway’s first road test of the season. Here are the tip-ins and turnovers from the first loss of his career. -
Calkins: Undaunted by loss to LSU, Hardaway says Tigers can be 'special team'
BATON ROUGE — Memphis guard Tyler Harris is listed at 5-9. LSU forward Kavell Bigby-Williams is listed at 6-11. So there’s no reasonable way to explain what Harris did with 14:39 left in the second half. -
Young Tigers ‘needed’ challenge from close win in season-opener
When the young and inexperienced Memphis women’s basketball team eked out a 68-67 win over Jackson State this week, it was a learning experience. -
Memphis preparing for fast and tough No. 22 LSU
Guard Jeremiah Martin and head coach Penny Hardaway settled in to watch last year’s Memphis-LSU matchup. -
LSU, like Memphis, playing guard-heavy lineup
Not that long ago, basketball was a game with well-defined positions. The NBA has made that a thing of the past. -
Geoff Calkins chronicles Season One with Penny Hardaway
Penny Hardaway is beginning his first year as coach of the Memphis Tigers — doesn’t that still seem surreal, reading it? — and Geoff Calkins of The Daily Memphian is going to write the book. -
Three questions concerning Memphis with three games remaining
Head coach Mike Norvell enters the final three games of the season with questions swirling around his Memphis (5-4, 2-3 American Athletic Conference) program. -
Tigers miss out: Jahmius Ramsey signs with Texas Tech
Memphis coach Penny Hardaway missed out on the first of two guards announcing commitments this week when four-star Jahmius Ramsey publicly pledged himself to Texas Tech Thursday morning. -
Calkins: Penny's first win 'felt like home'
Jeremiah Martin dropped in one 3-pointer, then he dropped in another 3-pointer, then FedExForum erupted in joy. -
Main Event: Penny's debut successful with the help of veterans; youngsters struggle
When the University of Memphis hired the city’s favorite son last March, Penny Hardaway spoke of returning the program to the glory days and the feeling that it was like a “family reunion.” -
At the Horn: Tigers dispatch Tennessee Tech as the Penny Era gets off to successful start
The Penny Hardaway era got off to a successful start on Tuesday night as Memphis defeated Tennessee Tech 76-61 in the season-opener for both teams. -
Tip-Ins and Turnovers: New intro, pennies promotion highlight win
Memphis (1-0) overcame second half shooting struggles to down Tennessee Tech 76-61 in head coach Penny Hardaway’s first game. -
Hardaway leaning on Martin as season gets underway
Penny Hardaway accepted the Memphis head coaching job knowing he had a player already on the roster who would help instill his culture. -
Tigers excited for official season to get underway against Tenn. Tech
Everything will be different when Memphis tips off against Tennessee Tech at FedExForum on Tuesday night. -
Calkins: With its all-Memphis backcourt, Tiger basketball could spark a party in the 901
Now that the exhibition portion of the season is over, I offer the following thought: The Memphis Tigers could win the tournament. -
Main Event: Speed bodes well for Tigers as they run past Bucs
No more glorified scrimmages. No more having an overwhelming talent advantage over local Division II opponents -- LeMoyne Owen College and Christian Brothers University – that are just happy to be on the FedExForum court and playing the University of Memphis. -
Other Voices: Laravie shines as his hoops hero watches from Tigers bench
Christian Brothers University guard Joe Laravie walked onto the floor of the FedExForum on Friday night and scanned the opposing sideline. -
Tip-Ins and Turnovers: Tigers use new ways to count attendance and other notes
Memphis cruised to a 95-68 win over CBU in the final exhibition game of the season. Here are the tip-ins and turnovers from the win. -
At the Horn: Martin, pressing defense leads Tigers past CBU
Jeremiah Martin scored 24 points, Kyvon Davenport added 16 as Memphis ended its preseason exhibition schedule with a 95-68 victory over Christian Brothers on Friday night. -
Thomas and Parks Jr. out against CBU
Head coach Penny Hardaway voiced frustration with forward Lance Thomas’ waiver situation in Thursday’s media availability. -
CBU redux? Another win over Memphis isn’t likely, but there is history
November 12, 2014, inside FedExForum: CBU 74, Memphis 70 in overtime.
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October 2018
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Four-star Ellis includes Tigers in top five, sets decision date
Four-star guard Boogie Ellis posted on social media Tuesday afternoon that Memphis is included in the top five schools he is considering. -
The drive of Evin Olds continues to provide spot on Tigers roster
The Memphis Tigers brought back one walk-on from last year’s roster – guard Evin Olds. He is familiar with the head coach, returnees and newcomers. -
Jeffries showed talents in high school far surpassing his age
Olive Branch head coach Eric Rombaugh walked into basketball tryouts four years ago and wasn’t prepared for what was waiting for him. -
Jeffries commits to Tigers; big step in recruiting for Hardaway
Four-star forward DJ Jeffries committed to Memphis on Saturday morning confirming coach Penny Hardaway’s notion he would land more than one commitment in the early-signing period. -
Other Voices: Magicians see benefits to game despite rout by Tigers
LeMoyne-Owen head coach Willie Anderson walked off the court after the Magicians’ 120-66 exhibition loss to Memphis hoping his team learned from their mistakes. -
Penny preaches patience as part of preseason approach
Freshman Alex Lomax had the ball and the Memphis Tigers had a two-on-one advantage on LeMoyne-Owen’s half of the court. Lomax stopped behind the 3-point line on the left wing and took measure of his shot. Across the way, the 19th head coach in Tigers history and the third alum, Anfernee Penny Hardaway, shouted: “No, no, no!” -
At The Horn: Tigers dominate Magicians in Hardaway premier
The much-anticipated debut of Penny Hardaway on the Memphis sideline was a runaway success Thursday night as the Tigers easily defeated LeMoyne-Owen 120-66 in the first semi-official game of the Hardaway era. -
Tip-Ins and Turnovers: Notes from the Tigers 120-66 win over LeMoyne-Owen
Memphis drummed Lemoyne-Owen in head coach Penny Hardaway’s debut as the Tigers coach. Here are the tip-ins and turnovers from the win. -
Two Tigers out with injuries for LeMoyne-Owen game; Thomas waiver situation unknown
Memphis center Mike Parks Jr. will miss Thursday’s exhibition against LeMoyne-Owen College with a back injury, coach Penny Hardaway said Wednesday afternoon. -
Penny, Jackson Jr. say they would not have taken G League option
If Memphis head coach Penny Hardaway was offered a chance at $125,000 to skip a year of college and go to the G-League, he would decline. -
AAC Notebook: Penny talks toughness for his Tigers picked to finish fourth
If Memphis head coach Penny Hardaway could look back at his career and tell himself one thing it would be to leave everything on the line against opponents. -
Memphis Madness a raucous occasion for coaches, players and recruits
The Memphis Tigers basketball fan base had waited months for the moment. Since mid-March at least.
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September 2018
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Boyce, Jayden Hardaway involved in practice despite probable redshirt seasons with Tigers
When shooting guard Ryan Boyce asked out of his signed National Letter of Intent to UAB he was 100 percent sure he was making the right move by decommitting from the Blazers. -
Calkins: Justin Timberlake? Drake? Memphis Madness is madness!
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Tigers optimistic of chances to reach NCAA tournament in Hardaway's first year
Memphis point guard Jeremiah Martin stepped onto the floor over the summer and immediately knew the talent Penny Hardaway put together plus what was returning would be better than the Tigers projected No. 8 finish in the American Athletic Conference. -
Memphis Tigers host DJ Jeffries on 'extravagant' visit
Four-star forward DJ Jeffries and his family stepped on the University of Memphis campus last weekend with a sense of familiarity with the coaching staff and program. -
Sam Mitchell: Memphis Tigers assistant teaching lessons of life and basketball
His right foot is in a big black boot, but Sam Mitchell is at his desk, at work inside the new gleaming University of Memphis basketball practice facility. It is deep into the summer before the first season of the Penny Hardaway Era, the restoration project already in go-mode with rising ticket sales, legitimate, local, Top-150 recruits on the first roster and the hope, if not the promise, of more elite players in the pipeline and on the way.
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