Yes, Ja Morant really did that. He really did score 34 points — and the winning bucket — in his return to NBA basketball. It was a night already part of Grizzlies lore. And it should give Memphians real hope.
“Morant used a hesitation dribble and spin move to get the ball into the lane and over New Orleans’ Herb Jones, one of the NBA’s best defenders. Right at the buzzer. Welcome back.”
Ja Morant said he wasn’t going for a historic performance in his return on Tuesday night. He did one better than that. Related story:
Memphis’ win Tuesday over No. 22 Virginia gives the team three straight wins over nationally ranked opponents.
The City Council voted 8-2-1 Tuesday, Dec. 19, to approve conveying ownership of the stadium to the U of M Auxiliary Services Foundation and $120 million in cash to help pay for $220 million in renovations.
No. 23 Tigers blow out No. 22 Virginia, 77-54, in the first ranked-versus-ranked regular-season matchup at FedExForm since March 8, 2014. Box score: Memphis 77, Virginia 54 Memphis officially signs Nae’Qwan Tomlin Tigers Basketball Insider: DeAndre Williams still impacts the Tigers — even at a distance Hardaway says Tigers’ non-conference slate has been ‘nothing but pressure’Related stories:
If approved, members who serve two terms, or eight years, would get city health benefits for life. The council also approved a pay raise for incoming Mayor Paul Young and put a fifth referendum on the August 2024 ballot. City nails down Brooks Museum agreement, delays vote on Chickasaw Gardens gatesRelated story:
“If you come through the doors of this building having committed one of these offenses, you will be held accountable,” Shelby County District Attorney General Steve Mulroy said.
During the meeting, several citizens voiced their concerns about the planned changes. When it was announced the proposal would be withdrawn, audience members cheered.
FedEx missed Wall Street’s expectations on markers across the board, including earnings per share and operating margin. The street expected an EPS of $4.19 and a margin of 6.6%. FedEx delivered $3.99 and 6.4%.
Yolonda Brown, Marie Feagins and Cheryl Proctor will face a round of in-depth interviews in January.
Less than a week after announcing his commitment to Memphis, Nae’Qwan Tomlin has officially signed with the Tigers.
“After seeing the barrage of allegations concerning Youth Villages, I felt the need to speak the truth. The truth is that we need more organizations like Youth Villages, not fewer — committed to transforming systems and improving the lives of people that for far too long have been left behind.”
A look at Class of 2024 college football commits and signees from Memphis-area high schools.
Cynthia Ham, the former CEO of BRIDGES, has big plans for the Central Avenue home and garden store.
Tevin Carter has three seasons of eligibility left after spending two years at Memphis.
Baltimore Ravens cornerback Arthur Maulet tallied his first forced fumble of the season.
Arlington’s plans for a new Town Hall have shifted from land adjacent to the current offices to a larger site.
Collierville is one of 50 venues in the state to be part of the Tennessee Songwriter’s Showcase.
Turning turnovers into points in a hurry has fueled the Red Devils’ undefeated start.
The switch to video format allowed Johnson to speak about the city from various locations that were points of discussion, including Conger Park, Pidgeon Skate Park and the future Hernando High School.
Jordan Thompson of ECS claims top coach honor after leading his team to a state title.
With the start of the early signing period having come Wednesday, a look at the Memphis Tigers’ Class of 2024 football signees and NCAA transfer portal pickups.
FedEx Corp. missed Wall Street’s mark, a newspaper-inspired bar opens Downtown and you can claw your way to a good time at the mall.
In 2015, Fayette County’s only hospital closed after averaging one inpatient a day. Baptist is counting on a population boom due to BlueOval City.
Morant spoke Downtown as he and other Grizzlies helped pack more than 53,000 meals with Meals of Hope, a nonprofit organization that helps combat community hunger.
Americans are eating double the amount of cheese they did in 1975. Pizza is undoubtedly one of the culprits, but don’t count out the humble cheeseburger.
The new station is a part of the city’s plan for “aggressive growth of our police operation,” said Mayor Darren Musselwhite.
Coming soon: a prize-winning drama from a local playwright, a theater company’s first musical production and free Shakespeare performances around town.
“Great cities are intentional and not accidental. Currently, the Memphis Area Transit Authority does not have adequate funding to deliver the service our riders need and deserve.”
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the offseason coaching changes and how they might impact the Grizzlies this season.
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