Grizzlies struggle in fourth quarter, lose to Clippers
Without Ja Morant, Memphis collapsed in the fourth quarter in a loss Sunday night at Los Angeles. Taylor Jenkins’ team was outscored 38-17 over the last 12 minutes. Related:
Taylor Jenkins addresses Ja Morant video: ‘Tough time for a young kid’
Memphis coach addresses Morant’s absence before the Grizzlies’ road against Sunday night against the Los Angeles Clippers.
Calkins: A magnificent day for Memphis — right up until the end.
It was a magnificent day for Memphis basketball. Right up until Houston hit the winning shot. On a day when Tiger basketball conjured that magical feeling once again.
Memphis falls to No. 1 Houston at buzzer in heart-breaking finish
Despite a valiant effort, the Tigers came up just short of upset victory. Box score: Houston 67, Memphis 65 Kendric Davis, Tigers ready to face Cougars again after latest lossRelated:
Visible Music College sells in-house record label to alum
For more than two decades, the record label has developed artists, produced songs and released dozens of records. But the sale will allow it to work with a broader base of artists.
Calkins: Morant is sorry? That’s a good start.
It’s easy to be skeptical about Ja Morant’s statement of apology. But it represents an important first. He never before has accepted responsibility for his actions. Now maybe there’s a shot he will change. Calkins: It’s time to put down the gun, Ja. And to put down the act.Related stories:
Final Four Memories: Gene Bartow ‘loved being the head coach’
Surviving members of Memphis State’s 1972-73 basketball team that reached the NCAA Tournament championship game are being honored when the Tigers face No. 1 Houston on Sunday, March 5, at FedExForum.
Family Affair: A passion for coffee is in her DNA
Not long after Ashleigh Weaver moved from Nashville to Memphis, she turned her passion for coffee into a start-up business. “One thing I really like about Memphis is they are very big on locally made,” she said. “Nashville isn’t like that as much.”
Two of governor’s proposed grants raise questions about conflicts of interest
Bill Lee proposed $100 million for anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers, one of which he co-founded; he is also proposing a $2.2 million uncompetitive grant to a campaign donor’s foundation.
Alex Lomax cherishes final stretch as a Tiger: ‘It means the world’
The Memphis guard’s college career has at times been turbulent. He decided to stay for a fifth season anyway. Now, starting with Senior Day on Sunday, it’s winding down.
Mayor Harris tests wheel tax hike to fund Regional One rebuild
The Shelby County mayor wants to know if the current commission has the “political will” to support options that would also pay for new Frayser and Cordova high schools.
No time to wait: SWITCH Youth is trying to stop juvenile gun violence
Intervening early can be the key to success, and Memphis Allies’ SWITCH Youth program seeks to do just that.
Brentwood Academy downs Briarcrest in state title game
Cold-shooting in the first half doomed Saints’ chances in the Division 2-AA boys basketball championship.
$15 million airport makeover ‘not a short-term project’
Memphis International will receive $14.8 million from the FAA, which it will use in its efforts to modernize its ticketing and baggage areas.
Morris: We can’t let fear rule the day
“We create the ability to live with our fears by knowing that the goodness of life follows us on the journey.”
What a hoot: Overton Park hosts Owl Prowl
Evening is the perfect time for catching a glimpse of the evasive nocturnal species, and the Midtown park’s old forest is “a really great habitat.”
Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke out for the season
Memphis big man Brandon Clarke tore an Achilles tendon in Friday night’s loss at Denver, March 3.
The Orpheum’s tempting offer: ‘Ain’t Too Proud’
The Temptations come to Memphis — in the form of a Tony Award-winning musical. The tour brings home Jalen Harris, who portrays Eddie Kendricks in the Broadway show.
Lakeland leaders eye measures to address crime
With growing concerns about crime in the Memphis metro area, Lakeland officials want a tougher stance on offenders.
Metro
U.S. Sen. Bill Hagerty of Tennessee to seek reelection
Hagerty’s decision to seek another six-year term in 2026 is the first move in a political puzzle that will determine what the 2026 ballot looks like in other races, including the race for Tennessee governor.
Premium Public Safety Still more questions than answers one day after TacoNGanas raid
State Government Legislators bring back proposal for new Shelby County jail
Public Safety Six officers charged after arrest of Shelby Farms murder suspect
Business
St. Jude, WHO partner to get cancer meds to sick children around the world
St. Jude and WHO said they’d begun delivering lifesaving medicines for children with cancer in pilot countries Mongolia and Uzbekistan, with the next shipments planned for Ecuador, Jordan, Nepal and Zambia.
Premium Real Estate Inked: First Congo selling two buildings, Germantown getting new retail center
Transportation & Logistics Memphis to get nonstop flights to Tampa, Raleigh-Durham
Health Care Inaugural UTHSC chair departs board to standing ovation
Sports
UFL optimistic about Showboats connecting with Memphis fan base
The Showboats are looking to create a better product on the field while also creating fan excitement this UFL season.
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers’ Tyrese Hunter status uncertain for game against South Florida
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers Basketball Insider: What Memphis’ hot-and-cold nature says about its NCAA Tournament chances
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Herrington: Resetting the Grizzlies roster, and reassessing the West, post-deadline
Food
Breakfast will soon be back at Barksdale restaurant
With new owners, former staffers and a ton of upgrades to the building, Barksdale’s reopening brings a mix of old and new.
Suburbs
Collierville issues stop-work order on hotel’s construction for lack of fire access
A new hotel at Carriage Crossing was making significant progress until months ago. Since then, little has been done to the site. Now the town has forced work to cease.
Arts & Culture
Memphis Movies This Week: ‘Captain America,’ ‘Paddington,’ ‘In the Mood for Love’
It’s a week of uncertain sequels, Oscar shorts and an encore for a modern classic screen in Memphis this week.
Opinion
Echols: We were born to sweat
“My underlying hope is that when I do A and B, the promised C will result. But you only have to live a little while to learn that’s not the way life works.”
Podcasts
CEO, chairman discuss more than seven years of The Daily Memphian
Andy Cates, who is the chairman of the board of Memphis Fourth Estate Inc. that owns and operates The Daily Memphian, and CEO Eric Barnes talk about the history of the news organization.
Games
Jigsaw: Sweet selling point
This week’s puzzle features a photo of a Girl Scouts selling beloved cookies.