Calkins: A ‘legendary’ night for Alex Lomax and Memphis
Alex Lomax called it a “legendary” night. It was, at the very least, emphatic. Exactly 364 days after losing to Ole Miss in chaotic fashion, the Memphis Tigers exacted their revenge, 68-57.
DeAndre Williams had one thing in mind against Ole Miss
It was all about the win. But the Tigers big was just three assists shy of delivering a triple double in the victory over the Rebels.
After win over Ole Miss, Tigers learning to live in the moment
Memphis built a 22-point lead in the first 12 minutes, and after an Ole Miss comeback, the Tigers hung on for the 11-point win at FedExForum.Related stories:
Saturday prep report: Power Center, Douglass, Overton win at Memphis vs. Atlanta Classic
But cold shooting hurt Cordova. The champions at least week’s MLK Classic dropped to 6-2 with a 53-43 loss to McDonough High from Atlanta.
‘It’s all for these kids:’ Thousands unite at the St. Jude Memphis Marathon
More than 20,000 participants from all 50 states and 75 countries crowded the streets of Downtown Memphis for one of the biggest fundraising events of the year in the fight against childhood cancer.
Ja Morant fined $35,000 by NBA
Morant was fined for his actions in the fourth quarter of the Grizzlies' 109-101 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Nov. 30 at Target Center.
Why not Nashville? A goal from Memphis helps do in the U.S.
Memphis Depay led the Netherlands team in their win over the United States at the World Cup.
Morant is like Jordan. One of a kind.
Philadelphia 76ers coach Doc Rivers goes there when asked about Memphis Grizzlies star guard’s game.
Townsend: Hopes for ‘a renaissance of advanced manufacturing in Memphis’
On “Behind the Headlines,” the incoming president and CEO of the Greater Memphis Chamber Ted Townsend called it a “vast change” from being a magnet for logistics and distribution.
Philadelphia’s Embiid was sublime, but Morant’s Grizzlies were better
Joel Embiid and Ja Morant finished second and seventh, respectively, in last season’s MVP race, and they both were in rare form, and against notable, novel opposition. Related stories:
Memphis-Shelby County Schools hires firm to conduct audit of COVID relief spending
An examination, conducted by the Institute for Public Service Reporting at the University of Memphis, found the district likely had overspent millions of federal dollars on HVAC upgrades that benefited one company in particular.
Opinion: A ‘new and purely authentic’ idea for the Coliseum
“Support Chris Reyes and his quest for a two-year lease of 15,000 square feet inside the Coliseum so he can expand and build his incredible interactive playground.”
Recipe Exchange: Two festive punches for the holidays
This version of The Daily Memphian’s recipe exchange is packing two punches.
D.C. scorecard: Same-sex marriage, rail strike
Here’s how the city’s representatives in Washington D.C. voted on the two major issues and what they had to say about it on social media.
Tennessee’s trotline fishing decision delayed
Three years after a fatal accident, Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission hears pleas for more protective regulations on the multi-hooked lines that often stretch across bodies of water.
MSCS could sue over 3G law
The deadline for MSCS to find an agreement or lose ownership of the schools is Jan. 1.
Friday prep report: Briarcrest boys and girls remain unbeaten
Senior’s return bolsters boys team in victory over Collierville. Veteran Kayli Clarkson shines in the girls game.
What Daily Memphians think:
“We’ve been talking with Public Works about this for years. It’s exhausting to put vacant lots back into use, do something positive and then see our labor mowed over time and time again, even for registered community gardens. …” — Suzanne Carlson, about A plan for Washington Bottoms — with plenty of bees and butterflies
“Ja would absolutely crush the entire league in H-O-R-S-E” — Chris Leach, about Ja Morant dazzles in win over Pistons
“... A frequent walker, I’ve noticed that vehicles often turn left into crosswalks when the walk signal is on—because they’re still getting a green turn signal. That would be an easy fix. …” Susan Dynerman — about Number of Memphis pedestrian fatalities keeps climbing
AAC commissioner: Expansion creates ‘clear path’ to playoffs
American Athletic Conference commissioner Mike Aresco said he can’t “overstate the importance” of what the College Football expansion means for the AAC and member schools like Memphis.
CBU honors Brother Terence, who integrated CBHS, on his 100th birthday
Brother Terence McLaughlin changed the timbre of life in Memphis by admitting the first Black student to the Brothers’ local high school before being sent away by church leaders incensed with his independent thinking.
Josh Roman takes helm as Lakeland mayor
Commissioner Connie McCarter was also sworn in at the Board of Commissioners meeting, and the Economic Development Commission was disbanded.
Tigers committed to playing ‘high-caliber teams’
University of Memphis women’s basketball heads to South Carolina to play top-ranked Gamecocks.
Hutchinson: Consider a credit freeze after data breach
The Identity Theft Resource Center recommends that data breach notices explicitly recommend that victims freeze their credit and that credit reporting agencies create a common system for people to do so.
Grizzlies podcast: First 20 games breakdown
Where do the Grizzlies stand 20 games into the regular season? Drew Hill and Chris Herrington like their chances moving forward in the Western Conference.
How Kindred Place tries to help parents be better parents
Jennifer Balink, executive director of the nonprofit Kindred Place, joins Eric Barnes this week on The Sidebar.
Oh, snap: This week’s best photos
There was plenty to celebrate week, with a big game, an important visit at the airport, a massive batch of toffee, and the reopening of Bogie’s Deli Downtown after a two-month closure.
Box score: Memphis 68, Ole Miss 57
NCAA men’s basketball box score for the University of Memphis Tigers game against the Ole Miss Rebels at FedExForum in Memphis.
Metro
Main Street will soon get new banners
Four designs will be displayed on the Main Street Mall and will highlight and celebrate the city’s identity.
Shelby County Lakeland’s Wesley Wright won’t run for Shelby County Commission
City of Memphis Cohen questions FBI leader about National Guard in Memphis
Spirit of Memphis Businessman, entrepreneur Walker Uhlhorn dies at 88
Business
XAI subsidiary subleases 550+ acres for solar panel project
The solar panel project is expected to include up to 100 megawatts, possibly more.
Business Main Street will soon get new banners
Real Estate The latest on Google’s West Memphis data center? It could add water recycling.
Movers and Shakers Movers & Shakers
Sports
Two Tigers lean on old bond to lead Memphis offense
When receiver Cortez Braham Jr. was deciding on which school to transfer to, Brendon Lewis’ pitch was simple: Choose the team with the quarterback you already know.
High School Sports Jeremiah Jordan brings grit and grind to Memphis football
Premium High School Sports Week 5 high school football preview: Germantown-Lausanne will be star-studded and physical
High School Sports In a ‘defining game,’ Houston puts seven goals past Briarcrest
Food
Table Talk: Remembering Jennifer Biggs with the mahjong ladies
MahJ Squad 901 started meeting for weekly games years ago,making every fourth meeting a luncheon that started by checking out one of Biggs’ recommendations.
Suburbs
Collierville Schools to improve cell service at high school, hears site purchase updates
Collierville Schools is hoping cell service is soon improved in the high school area. District leaders also heard an update on two sites they are purchasing.
Arts & Culture
The Daily Memphian pops up at Cooper-Young Fest
The Daily Memphian hosted a booth at the event, talking to community members and giving out swag. Did you see us?
Opinion
Calkins: Memphis has a rich history of playing the SEC. Is it coming to an end?
For almost exactly 60 years, SEC teams have been traveling to the Liberty Bowl to play Memphis in football. Saturday might be the beginning of the end.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: How a new MPD position rankled the department
In the wake of Tyré Nichols’ death, the Memphis Police Department decided it had an absence of supervision in the field, and set out to fix that problem by creating a new position — the second lieutenant. But that solution caused a string of other problems.