There are 4 article(s) tagged Memphis Tigers 1972-73:

• May 2024

  • Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton dies at 71

    The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Famer had his most iconic college performance against then-Memphis State in the 1973 NCAA title game.

    By Parth Upadhyaya May 28, 2024

  • Calkins: Bill Walton and Memphis will be linked forever — and that’s a tribute to both

    Bill Walton hit 21 of 22 shots to defeat Memphis State in the 1973 national championship game. But he never became a villain in this city. There was too much mutual respect.

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    Basketball Hall of Famer Bill Walton dies at 71

    By Geoff Calkins May 28, 2024

  • Final Four Memories: Meeting expectations, Memphis State made it to St. Louis

    Even before the 1972-73 season began, many figured Larry Finch, Ronnie Robinson, Larry Kenon and the rest of the Tigers had something special brewing. Did they ever.

    By Phil Stukenborg May 27, 2024

• March 2023

  • Final Four Memories: The cutting room floor

    Fifty years ago, members of the 1972-73 Memphis State basketball program made memories before, during and after the team’s run to the NCAA Tournament. Here are some deserving to be picked up, dusted off and shared.

    By Tim Buckley March 27, 2023