Turnovers hurt Grizzlies in loss to Wizards
The Memphis Grizzlies are 0-3 after losing at the Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Turnovers proved to be costly.Related stories:
Tigers’ Scates makes up for earlier drop, catches game winner
Instead of letting an earlier dropped touchdown pass impact his body language like years past, Memphis receiver Joseph Scates had the game-winning catch at the end.
Memphis blows huge lead, rallies in final minute to defeat North Texas
The Tigers trailed by four with 47 seconds remaining and Memphis needed to drive 75 yards to prevent losing after leading 31-7 in the first half. Tigers’ Scates makes up for earlier drop, catches game winnerRelated stories:
Grizzlies plan to sign Bismack Biyombo, per report
The Grizzlies plan to sign Bismack Biyombo when Ja Morant goes to the suspended list following the fifth game of the regular season, according to The Athletic’s Shams Charania.
Andre Turner to coach against his alma mater in a game that’s ‘always special’
Turner, affectionately nicknamed “The Little General” during his Memphis State days, uses lessons he learned as a Tiger as he strives for success as a coach. What to look for in Memphis’ exhibition game against Lane CollegeRelated story:
Box score: Wizards 113, Grizzlies 106
The Memphis Grizzlies played the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington.
India Fest returns after three-year hiatus
“This festival plays a very pivotal role in fostering cross-cultural awareness and education,” said Manjit Kaur, India Association of Memphis board member.
Kontji Anthony not only talks about her return to TV, she sings!
The long-time and much-loved TV anchor talks about her new show on WREG, her career in local journalism and how she saved Eric Barnes from catastrophic embarrassment during a recent mayoral debate. Plus she dances. And sings!
What to look for in Memphis’ exhibition game against Lane College
There are plenty of things to keep an eye on in what will be the first public, game-setting display for a new-look Memphis squad.
Behind ‘Community Conversations’ on crime and public safety
Beverly and Howard Robertson talk on “Behind The Headlines” about what they heard about crime from focus groups across the city as part of The Daily Memphian’s “Community Conversations” series. Memphis is in a ‘crime crisis,’ focus group participants say Who’s responsible for reducing crime? For some, the onus is on the mayor Like a weed, crime needs to be addressed at the root ‘Not willing to give up:’ What focus group participants said about crimeRelated content:
Box score: Memphis 45, North Texas 42
NCAA college football box score for Saturday’s game in Denton, Texas between the Memphis Tigers and North Texas Mean Green.
Tennessee grocery-tax holiday ends Oct. 31
Holiday bakers have just a few more days to stock up on tax-free flour, sugar, butter and other supplies. Most food and ingredients used to prepare food are exempt from sales tax.
Memphis-based Preserver Partners joins forces with Chicago firm
The firm, a Black-owned business led by two women, is joining forces with Channing Capital Management, whose co-founder is Rodney Herenton, son of the former Memphis Mayor.
Sound Bites: Our favorite Memphis brewery taprooms
In this episode of Sound Bites, Natalie Van Gundy and Holly Whitfield join Eric Barnes to talk about which local brewery taprooms have the best atmosphere, their favorite patios and the most delicious food options.
Metro
Tigers AD remembers Marlon Dechausay, champion for student-athletes
Memphis athletic director Ed Scott said he never imagined that on a work trip he’d lose his friend of 14 years. Tigers associate AD Marlon Dechausay suffered a heart attack while in Hawaii for the Maui Invitational. He died Dec. 4.
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Business
FedEx sees some gains in face of stubborn economy, other headwinds
The company affirms the value of its savings programs, more than $6 billion through 2027, but downgrades earnings-per-share for the rest of the year.
Premium Food News Food Files: Petra Cafe closes; Catherine & Mary’s to undergo $175K reno
Sports
Bane, Pippen combine for 45 points as Grizzlies beat Hawks
Desmond Bane scored 23 points and Scotty Pippen Jr. added 22 points and nine assists as the Grizzlies beat the Atlanta Hawks.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Buckley: The table was set. The fans showed up. The Tigers did not.
Food
$10 Deal: Ali Baba’s smoky-sweet flavors are straight from the fire
Joshua Carlucci says a Mediterranean wood flame grill is at the heart of Ali Baba’s traditional — but unforgettable — menu.
Suburbs
Collierville grad will be front and center in UT’s College Football Playoff
University of Tennessee drum major Christian Carroll, of Collierville, is only the third Black drum major in the school’s history.
Arts & Culture
Railgarten ‘closed for renovation’ but owners aren’t talking
Concerts scheduled for this weekend at the Central Avenue event site were suddenly canceled or moved to Loflin Yard and all the events previously listed on the Railgarten website have been deleted.
Opinion
Opinion: A call for solutions and community empowerment
“While I agree that our police department can and should improve, the real question for me is this: Will a Federal Government consent decree yield the true results our community is seeking — will it make Memphis better?”
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Ice cream can make the holidays sweeter
It may be winter, but Kameisha Wilson of Kaye’s Pints & Scoops says that shouldn’t mean ice cream is off the table.
Games
Word Flower: Dec. 21
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.