Calkins: Ja went high and they went low. That’s how a magnificent night fell apart.
It was going to be a magnificent night for Memphis. Then Ja Morant and the Grizzlies crashed to the earth.
Herrington: Worst playoff loss in Grizzlies history? No. Then again …
With Ja Morant finding his rhythm as both a scorer and a playmaker, the Grizzlies were about to win Game 3. And then it all evaporated in the split second between contact and collapse. Related content:
The Grizzlies were on their way to joy. Then Morant hit the floor.
Ja Morant hit the floor and the Grizzlies fell apart. They couldn’t believe it either. Thunder storm back from 29-point deficit to beat Grizzlies Box score: Thunder 114, Grizzlies 108 Ja Morant leaves Game 3 against Oklahoma City with injury Grizzlies Insider: Grizzlies ‘win' something, set Game 3 growl towelsRelated content:
Thunder storm back from 29-point deficit to beat Grizzlies
Ja Morant was hurt with just over three minutes left in the first half and Memphis leading 67-40. But Oklahoma City closed the gap to make the series 3-0.
Box score: Thunder 114, Grizzlies 108
This is the box score for the NBA playoffs game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, April 24, 2025, at FedExForum.
Ja Morant leaves Game 3 against Oklahoma City with injury
Grizzlies star Ja Morant was undercut by Thunder guard Lu Dort during Thursday’s Game 3 and exited the game with an injury.
Former NEH head says agency will survive, but won’t be the same
Some state humanities councils, funded primarily by the agency, will begin closing in the next month, Shelly Lowe said.
Thursday prep report: Lausanne secures top seed with win over St. George’s soccer
Nadji Ghandour scored two goals and had an assist for a third in Lausanne’s 3-0 win over St. George’s.
Two dead after shooting in South Memphis
The scene of the shooting is one block away from two churches and a school.
AI-powered cameras are monitoring Downtown
Downtown Memphis’ 63 artificial-intelligence-powered traffic cameras monitor activity down to the types of vehicles that pass through its streets daily and how fast they are going. The city plans to add about 200 additional cameras.
Professor says xAI turbines don’t affect air quality if company’s claims are true
Chunrong Jia, a professor in the University of Memphis’ division of epidemiology, biostatistics and environmental health, modeled the impact of what xAI’s turbines would have on air quality in Southwest Memphis.
Bush Sr.'s granddaughter speaks to Memphis women’s foundation
Lauren Bush Lauren, the CEO and founder of Feed, was the keynote speaker at a sold-out event at the Renasant Convention Center.
Day-by-day guide to Riverbeat
Don’t know every band on the Riverbeat lineup? Daily Memphian staffers did the cold hard research into each artist performing at the Downtown Memphis music festival.
Le Bonheur hires its first chief of child psychology, behavioral health
Dr. Donald J. Bearden comes to Memphis from Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, where he was a senior neuropsychologist and section director of psychology.
Martin: We’d better see the 2025 AAC champs on the field Saturday
Instead of a rebuild, what you’ll actually see at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium on Saturday is the best American Athletic Conference roster money can buy. And given the resources that Memphis football has, it’s time for Ryan Silverfield to do something with them.
Collierville might raise taxes
The town must adjust its tax rate in light of reappraisals.
Date set for Memphis basketball against Mississippi State next season
Memphis is facing Mississippi State as part of a home-and-home series the programs began this past season when the Tigers fell to the Bulldogs 79-66.
Memphis lands Kansas State transfer guard Dug McDaniel
Incoming Tigers transfer Dug McDaniel, a 5-foot-11 guard, averaged 11.4 points, 4.9 assists, 2.8 rebounds and 1.7 steals per game this past season for Kansas State.
Former Memphis Tigers star Will Barton announces retirement
The Baltimore native spent two seasons with the Tigers from 2010 to 2012 under former coach Josh Pastner.
Redbirds recap: Memphis tops Norfolk second game in a row
Shortstop Jose Barrero led the way in the 7-6 win, going 2 for 5 with two RBIs and a triple.
MUS lacrosse standout voted athlete of the week
Tucker Davis scored five goals in a victory against Briarcrest.
Bartlett High elevates Ben Bowden to head football coach
Just one day after Chris Smith stepped down from the Bartlett High football coaching job to take a position in his native Arkansas, the Panthers have their replacement.
What Daily Memphians think*
“My fingers are crossed for Dain. I would really enjoy seeing him again!!” — David Kaplan about Tigers Dain Dainja, Dante Harris opt against entering transfer portal
“I thought the GOP was for shrinking government and its reach, not expanding it.” — Christopher Williams about Varlas: Legislators have TSSAA in their crosshairs. And that’s not good.
“I think this is an excellent step forward. Increasing voter participation, particularly in the school board election, is essential.” — Cynthia Cannon about MSCS board members’ terms could be cut in half
* Select comments upvoted by Daily Memphian readers.
Philadelphia is next stop for talented Collierville track team
The Dragons will have three teams in action at the prestigious Penn Relays as they continue preparations to defend their Class AAA title.
$10 Deal: El Mero’s southern fried chicken taco
This taco nails the crispy-creamy-spicy trifecta. It’s like if your favorite bar snack went south of the border and came back with an accent.
Bartlett’s social media posts injected with ‘Todd factor’
Former police captain Todd Halford has brought a jovial personality and an engaging character to Bartlett’s social media presence.
Breaking down the Memphis Tigers’ top three 2025 NFL Draft prospects
NFL.com, ESPN.com and Pro Football Focus all project at least one Memphis Tiger will be selected in the 2025 NFL Draft.
Sudoku: April 24
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Word Flower: April 24
Word Flower is a fun and challenging game people of all ages can play.
Metro
Colossus: Can Memphis stop Elon Musk?
To many, xAI is just another chapter in what residents said they think is a legacy of industrial racism and pollution. The debate centers on one central question: Is Colossus worth the cost?
Premium Arts & Culture Ask the Memphian: Why hasn’t Liberty Stadium had a concert in years?
City of Memphis City Council takes another crack at ‘party houses’
State Government MSCS avoids state takeover this year
Public Safety Scammers convicted in City of Memphis phishing hoax
Business
Inked: Germantown gets more pickleball courts
Also, a Houston Levee Road church expands, there’s a new car dealership near Covington Pike and an extended-stay hotel opens in Cordova.
Transportation & Logistics EV drivers can fuel up at new charging hub
Business Memphis law firm grows again with expansion into Northeast
Premium Business Local company turns rice waste into ‘carbon gold’
Premium City of Memphis Colossus: Can Memphis stop Elon Musk?
Sports
Tigers athletic director ‘would love’ for PJ Haggerty to return
Memphis athletic director Ed Scott shed some light Wednesday on the Tigers’ discussions with star PJ Haggerty surrounding his decision to enter the transfer portal.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers Basketball Insider: PJ Haggerty reportedly seeking ‘at least’ $4 million
Premium Memphis Grizzlies The Grizzlies were better in Game 2, but it still felt like deja vu
Memphis Tigers Basketball Penny Hardaway says door not ‘closed’ on PJ Haggerty return to Memphis
Memphis Tigers Basketball Tigers forward Bouna Kebe reportedly enters transfer portal
Food
Team behind Cameo bringing fresh new concept to Cooper-Young
At Fawn, the newest addition to Cooper-Young, the philosophy behind both the food and drinks is intentional, seasonal and a little adventurous.
Premium Food News Guy Fieri goes back to Uncle Lou’s
Premium Spirit of Memphis Sow Project using food to change futures
Suburbs
Police rule teacher’s death accidental, find no tampering with drinks
Collierville Police and Shelby County Sheriff’s Office held a press conference Monday afternoon to talk about possible drink tampering in the suburb’s limits.
Premium Germantown Germantown wins appeal in a decades-long land use dispute
Premium North Mississippi Landers Center project underway, budget on track
Arts & Culture
Widespread Panic, Tyler Childers to headline 2025 Mempho Music Festival
The lineup includes Flaming Lips, Sierra Ferrell, Mavis Staples, Father John Misty, Charley Crockett and The Pharcyde.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: Go see ‘Sinners’ on the big screen
Spirit of Memphis Overton Park Shell reveals 2025 free summer concert series lineup
Opinion
Varlas: Legislators have TSSAA in their crosshairs. And that’s not good.
The state governing body for high school athletics is facing the possibility of a government takeover. Or outright dissolution.
Podcasts
The expanded Sultana Disaster Museum moves closer to reality
The museum, which is run by the Sultana Historical Preservation Society, has raised $10 million so far as it moves toward a full opening on the 161st anniversary of the disaster next April.
Games
Jigsaw: On track
The Daily Memphian photographer Patrick Lantrip captured the nation’s top triple-jumper, Miles Nesmith, in action at the Houston Track Classic. That picture inspired this week’s jigsaw puzzle.