Martin: Tigers avoid disaster. They’ll have to do it 17 more times.
Jahvon Quinerly’s 3-pointer in the final seconds helped the Tigers avoid a stumble in its AAC opener.
Memphis Tigers escape with road win over Tulsa in AAC opener
The Tigers needed a 3-pointer from Jahvon Quinerly with four seconds left to avoid overtime against yet another mediocre foe. Box score: Memphis 78, Tulsa 75 Tigers Talk: Upadhyaya, Martin on Memphis’ recent lull, AAC prediction and NCAA Tournament seedingRelated stories:
‘We’re all praying': Hardaway, Tigers address Mills’ gruesome knee injury
“(Mills) was out there on the table just crying his eyes out,” Hardaway said. “It’s hard for his teammates to look at that because he’s a fifth-year senior that came here to do things differently and finish his career out on a high note. And then he ended up getting what could be a season-ending injury.” Memphis’ Caleb Mills exits Tulsa game with scary knee injuryRelated story:
Lee Harris on Wanda Halbert: ‘She won’t sign anything’
“I think it’s time for us to figure out a solution, and it’s hard to believe that the solution is Wanda Halbert as county clerk,” said the Shelby County Mayor Lee Harris on WKNO’s “Behind the Headlines.”
‘No tolerance for the chaos:’ Young pledges unified front to fight crime
“We hear our citizens loud and clear,” said Memphis Mayor Paul Young. “They want to see action. They want to see us strategizing and figuring out how we’re going to reduce the chaos, the hurt and the pain that we see in our community.”
Methodist settles West Cancer lawsuit for just over $7M
The settlement is significantly less than the $800 million the government had originally sought from the Memphis-based health care system.Related story:
Three Memphis judges make final cut for state supreme court vacancy
The Tennessee Supreme Court is looking for a new justice after Justice Roger Page announced his retirement.
Herrington: Grizzlies playoff chances, Marcus Smart’s start and more
At a 5-4 pace the rest of the way, the Grizzlies would finish 38-44. Based on current winning percentages for other teams, that would not be enough to get the final play-in spot. Grizzlies Insider: Memphis players recognize important road trip aheadRelated story:
Ja Morant says he appreciates Memphis defending him amid dance criticism
Ja Morant spoke on the criticism he faced following the “Rock Ya Hips” dance he did during a win over New Orleans on Dec. 26. Grizzlies comeback falls short against RaptorsRelated content:
Box score: Raptors 116, Grizzlies 111
Tigers Talk: Upadhyaya, Martin on Memphis’ recent lull, AAC prediction and NCAA Tournament seeding
Parth Upadhyaya and John Martin break down Memphis’ recent struggles and preview the Tigers’ AAC schedule.
Billy Richmond’s return highlights Memphis Hoopfest
Bartlett High and Houston High will host games Friday and Saturday.
Wizard’s will close Midtown shop, Ebbo to move in
Ebbo has been in business in Memphis since 1993, selling herbs, crystals, candles, incense and other supplies.
Standouts from CBHS, East win player of the week vote
Keeper Jackson and Tristan Spearman honored after big performances in holiday tournaments.Related story:
How the USFL-XFL merger landed John DeFilippo with Showboats
Former Breakers coach John DeFilippo accepted the Memphis Showboats head coaching job after New Orleans wasn’t awarded a spot in the new UFL, whose first dispersal draft is Friday.
Memphis 901 FC adds attacker Noe Meza
The Washington native scored 23 goals in the past two seasons while playing in USL League One.
The To-Do List: Elvis’ birthday, wrastling and a party for the ‘grrls’
This week, artist Vera Reed celebrates her 90th birthday, the Metal Museum offers a “taste” of the metal arts and there’s a one-mile race to kickstart your resolutions.
Table Talk: Chukis Tacos opens with some of the best chips in town
Unusual at Memphis-area Mexican restaurants, the chips and salsa are to order rather than appearing at the table gratis. But they’re worth it, and the basic salsa can be supplemented at a self-serve salsa bar with a dozen varieties.
Wiseacre is debuting new hop water
Memphis’ largest craft brewery is joining the near-beer trend.
Wordrow Top Story: Showboats part of new league
Wordrow is similar to Wordle — but with a twist.
Sudoku: Jan. 4
Ready for some fun? Today’s sudoku is a hard one!
Grizzlies podcast: Ja vs. Wemby, play-in hopes on the ropes
On this episode of The Daily Memphian’s Memphis Grizzlies podcast, beat writer Drew Hill and Chris Herrington break down a busy week for the team.
Metro
Election Commission hits the brakes for certain MSCS seats, citing judicial order
The Shelby County Election Commission will stop issuing petitions for five MSCS seats in response to an order from a local judge.
Public Safety Three years later, here’s where the Tyré Nichols cases stand
Premium Education Once at odds, two local lawmakers now agree how to ‘move forward’ with MSCS takeover
Public Safety Jerri Green named interim public defender
Elections Morgan resigns as local Republican Party chairman
Business
How the Grizz will help local biz leaders ‘extend the Memphis brand globally’
As the Grizzlies look to rack up points in Berlin and London, Memphis business leaders are aiming for some wins of their own.
Health Care Jury finds local gynecologist guilty of 40 charges
Real Estate East Memphis liquor store gets local Alcohol Commission approval
Premium Business Christian Brothers University names insider to guide post-probation turnaround
Premium Business Memphis tourism sees path from struggle to strength in 2026
Sports
Varlas: Whitehaven will always be a part of Rodney Saulsberry
A two-time state champion is headed for a new job with the Memphis Tigers. But his impact on high school football — and his community in particular — will be long felt.
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers land QB out of transfer portal
Premium Millington $60M renovation will get Memphis raceway firing on all cylinders again
Premium Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies 25: Dillon Brooks always put on a show, to sometimes mixed reviews
High School Sports TSWA All-State volleyball team announced
Food
Table Talk: Going ‘dry’ for January
If you’re anything like food writer Ellen Chamberlain, the past few weeks have been filled with calorie-laden meals, rich dips and beverages that go the extra mile to be worthy of the holidays.
East Memphis Erling Jensen Small Bites gets new chef to ‘Bragg’ about
Suburbs
Packed room challenges Southaven board over xAI
The Safe and Sound Coalition demanded an immediate halt to operations at the xAI facility located at 2875 Stanton Road at the Southaven Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting.
Premium Collierville Thompson Machinery plans road network for Collierville site
Arts & Culture
Dixon opens third installment of ‘Black Artists in America’
Also in January, Central High alumni get separate exhibitions at the Buckman Center and the Botanic Garden.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: Bradley Cooper’s ‘Is This Thing On?,’ a Jim Jarmusch award-winner
Opinion
Opinion: A Memphis treasure is being lost
“Memphis has always been a place where faith and public life intertwine.”
Premium Geoff Calkins Calkins: They fell in love. Broke up for seven decades. Then they found each other again.
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: A short drive to deliciousness
The Daily Memphian’s Ellen Chamberlain recently put together a “worth the drive” piece on restaurants that may be a little bit off your beaten path but should not be missed.
Grizzlies Podcast Grizzlies podcast: Memphis gets big home win!
Games
Sudoku: Jan. 8
Are you ready for it? Here are today’s sudokus.