Calkins: It was Black Friday for Tigers and Grizzlies
The Memphis Tigers and Memphis Grizzlies lost two games and a superstar Friday night. But this particular Black Friday could have been a whole lot worse.
Turnovers, stagnant offense hurt Tigers in loss to Iowa State
Memphis shot just 35% from the field and committed 22 turnovers in the NIT Season Tip-Off final.
Tigers were thrown into fire against Iowa State; can they grow from it?
The University of Memphis players learned that talent isn’t enough when the offense is undisciplined.
Ja Morant leaves Grizzlies game with left knee sprain
Morant did not return after he was injured in the first quarter, and the team announced after the game that he has a left knee sprain.
Grizzlies lose Ja Morant to injury, then lose big to Hawks
By late in the third quarter, the shell-shocked Grizzlies, already with a questionable defense all season, trailed by 38 points.
Remaining ‘Lion King’ performances canceled
Orpheum Theatre officials said remaining performances of “Disney’s The Lion King” have been canceled due to positive COVID-19 cases among members of the touring company as well as local crew.
How Calvin Austin III grinded his way from overlooked recruit to NFL prospect
Colleges didn’t want to take a chance on Calvin Austin III because of his size, but he bet on himself and is headed hopefully toward an NFL career.
Social Club: Memphians share ‘says who’ responses; ‘Walking in Memphis’ gets remake
The Millenium Tour pays tribute to Young Dolph, Memphians react to Ja Morant’s Nike commercial and ‘Walking in Memphis, gets a remake.
Grizzlies Insider: Jaren Jackson Jr. not thinking about foul trouble
Limiting fouls has been a weakness for Jackson in the past, but he has been much more effective so far this season.
Americana worth preserving: Barretville General Store plans expansion
From its roots as a general store, the business has transformed into a popular restaurant – popular enough that it needs to expand.
Global supply chain crisis impacts Memphians’ Christmas shopping
The crisis has pushed many shoppers to look early for Christmas gifts and caused headaches for retailers big and small.
Dancers, artists, musicians and Ja: Masters of the performing arts
Local artists compared Ja Morant’s game to jazz soloists, ballet dancers and brush strokes within a mural. The Grizzlies point guard is building his masterpiece in his third season.
Box score: Iowa State Cyclones 78, Memphis Tigers 59
Nov. 26, 2021: Iowa State defeated the Memphis Tigers in the NIT Season Tip-Off at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Box score: Hawks 132, Grizzlies 100
Nov. 26, 2021: Atlanta Hawks defeated the Grizzlies at FedExForum.
Conaway: Look for the wonder. Repeat.
Gathered again for Thanksgiving, this time with four generations, I’m again reminded of, well, of everything. Most of all, I’m reminded of loss and of renewal, and I’m still surprised at the wonder of it.
Metro
This Week in Memphis: Election Day and the start of Tigers basketball
Also happening this week: The city wants input on new Downtown sign rules.
Premium Elections Taylor’s October surprise and early voting ends with a surge
State Government Opinion: The soul of Memphis can’t be divided
Elections Opinion: Two Democrats, two strategies. The question is who loses by less?
State Government Tennessee should increase funding for economically disadvantaged students, key committee says
Business
Frayser Bauhaus goes to auction
The mid-century modern structure on Highway 51 has been partially restored to its original exterior over the last eight years.
Premium Business The Back Nine Golf tees up Lakeland expansion
Premium Business ‘Golden age of brewing’ may be over
Premium Real Estate SpaceXAI continues Southaven buying spree, but some homeowners feel ‘lowballed’ by offers
Premium Business Practical Magic: The Broom Closet niche shop sweeps in a wide audience
Sports
Grizzlies notebook: Boozer’s crystal ball, Stewart’s perfect fit and Memphis’ proof of concept
Isaiah Stewart has helped head coach Tuomas Iisalo establish the team’s new culture, and the big man is looking right at home on this Grizzlies roster.
Premium Chris Herrington Herrington: Picking apart the Grizzlies’ hot start, Boozer’s triple-double
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Memphis vs. Iowa State: Things to know for Tigers’ season opener
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Buckley: His choice of ribs is curious. But, baby, Memphis Tiger Jermane Hayes sure can rack up receptions.
Memphis Grizzlies Six and oh!: Grizzlies make franchise-record-tying win a Halloween treat.
Food
‘Golden age of brewing’ may be over
Four years ago, Grind City’s Hopper Seely said he noticed a downward trend and thought the “craft-brewing bubble may officially be popped.”
Premium Recipes Recipe Exchange: ‘Somebody’s Watching Me’ baked cheese and Calabrian chile eyeballs
Suburbs
The Back Nine Golf tees up Lakeland expansion
An indoor golf concept that has opened already in Collierville, is adding a Lakeland location, part of an expansion plan in the Memphis area.
Premium Real Estate SpaceXAI continues Southaven buying spree, but some homeowners feel ‘lowballed’ by offers
Arts & Culture
Indie Memphis: ‘The Lorraine,’ ‘Junebug’ are different but essential Southern stories
Both are Southern films that viewers will leave knowing more and thinking more deeply. In Memphis this week, the filmmakers will be on hand to display them.
Premium Arts & Culture Memphis Ren Faire: A place of fairies, elves and fanciful costumes
Opinion
Herrington: Picking apart the Grizzlies’ hot start, Boozer’s triple-double
Breaking down the Grizzlies' six wins to start the season, with a look ahead to this week’s three games against the Pelicans, Pacers and Thunder. Can they make it a 9-0 start?
Guest Columnists Echols: The DeLorean and the delight of God
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: All about the suburban mayoral and aldermen races
Voters in Bartlett, Collierville, Germantown, Lakeland and Millington will soon be going to the polls to decide local races for aldermen, commissioners and mayors.
Business The AM/DM podcast: How historic tax credits could help Downtown
Games
Sudoku: Nov. 1
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?