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
Buckner says new jail could unfold one unit at a time
Shelby County Sheriff Anthony Buckner discussed getting ahead on jail maintenance, a new “step-down” unit for prisoners with medical conditions and a return to using a former federal prison in Millington on “Behind the Headlines.”
Shelby County Clerk’s office working Saturday to catch up with car title backlog
Shelby County Edmund Ford Jr. federal sentencing delayed for fifth time
Premium Spirit of Memphis Hundreds of bikers roar into town for 20th year of St. Jude Rides
State Government Matthew Szalaj claims Democratic nomination for TN House — and only 1 person got to vote
Business
The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
The Lobbyist is advancing to the next phase of a more than $200,000 renovation.
Premium Business Former DeSoto County Visitors Bureau leadership backs fired Landers Center head
Premium Business Food Files: New doughnut shop fills former Downtown coffee shop
Premium Health Care Mayo Clinic Labs investing more than $30M, adding 234 jobs in Southaven
Premium Business Memphis library’s book sale returns without longtime partner
Sports
Sheals propels Collierville to nationally ranked victory over Knoxville Bearden
Junior forward Caroline Sheals scores the night's only goal as the Dragons defeat the defending state champs.
Premium Sports Redbirds Recap: Memphis drops third straight game to Norfolk in dramatic fashion
High School Sports Friday prep report: Late touchdown helps Whitehaven escape with win over Germantown
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Memphis at Boise State: What to know for this significant Group of Six matchup
Premium Memphis Tigers Football How Memphis running back Jaylin Carter took college football by storm
Food
Recipe Exchange: Caramelized’s sheet pan Memphis BBQ chicken fajitas
When Cara Greenstein is planning a weeknight dinner, she looks for shortcuts in two areas: prep time and cleanup.
Premium Real Estate The Lobbyist bringing patio in from the cold
Suburbs
Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
The Germantown Library is celebrating the anniversary with a community “Big Read” and other events centered on the book.
Premium Arlington Sewer plant, women’s sports, Task Force: Dial, Leatherwood, Rose offer top legislative concerns
Arts & Culture
Mystery, ghosts and music play on Memphis stages
“Clue” graces the Orpheum Theatre’s stage this month along with “The Sound of Music” at the Harrell Performing Arts Theatre and more.
Arts & Culture Dark allegations echo after Prince Mongo’s death
Opinion
Opinion: Germantown Community Library celebrates ‘The Great Gatsby’ turning 100
The Germantown Library is celebrating the anniversary with a community “Big Read” and other events centered on the book.
Guest Columnists Maxey: Balancing the horror — and the inevitable good things — on Sept. 11
Podcasts
Sound Bites: Memphis Farmers Market sampling of pork rinds, peas and pepper bacon
The Memphis Farmers Market board president joined Holly Whitfield on “Sound Bites” to talk 20 years of the market, Farm Fest on Sept. 27 and a tour of favorite market finds.
Podcasts The AM/DM podcast: A Shell, a hotel and a Classic game
Games
Daily Jigsaw: Tiger family pride
Today’s puzzle features Kevin Stokes, father of Memphis quarterback Marcus Stokes, as he cheers on his son at the Memphis/UNLV game. Patrick Lantrip took the photo.