Herrington: Laying out Ja Morant trade scenarios
Two teams in particular seem like a reasonable partner in a Ja Morant deal, but do either have real interest? And who else on the Grizzlies roster could be in play at the NBA trade deadline?
Aspiring blacksmiths, welders and more get ‘taste’ of metal arts
The National Ornamental Metal Museum’s “Taster” classes are meant to do just what the name implies: give folks a taste of different styles of the metal arts with the hope that they fall in love with it.
What to watch when Memphis faces Florida Atlantic on the road
A visit to FAU offers Memphis another chance to fix foundational issues.
Georgia Tech hiring away Memphis defensive coordinator
Jason Semore followed Huff to Memphis from Southern Miss but is now expected to join Georgia Tech’s staff.
Immigration enforcement doing more harm than good, Memphis lawmakers say
State Sen. Raumesh Akbari and County Commission Chair Shante Avant discussed the Memphis Safe Task Force’s immigration role on “Behind The Headlines” as well as legislation that would allow a state takeover of Memphis schools.
‘I feel for him’: Jaren Jackson Jr. reacts to Ja Morant trade possibility
The Memphis Grizzlies forward said he never gets used to the difficult trade business of the NBA.
Herrington: Why is a Ja Morant trade now possible? Follow the money — and three seasons of disappointment.
What’s seemingly broken up Ja Morant’s future with the Grizzlies? It wasn’t a gusher of off-court problems but a slow drip of on-court problems — and the pressures of money and time.
Iconic North End restaurant announces sale
After more than 40 years of serving Memphis, Westy’s owner Jake Schorr has decided to put the restaurant’s building up for sale.
Baptist Memorial sells Germantown-based clinic
The Germantown-based center, which started operating as its own clinic last week, will continue to work closely with Baptist.
Hill: It’s no secret how the Grizzlies and Ja Morant got to this point
In September, Grizzlies general manager Zach Kleiman said the high-end outcomes needed Ja Morant to play at an All-NBA level. Thirty-seven games into the season, Morant has played 18 times and is averaging career lows in several categories. Grizzlies coach talks basketball, not trades Grizzlies will entertain trade offers for Ja Morant, per ESPNRelated content:
Coward can’t reverse late collapse as Grizzlies lose 16th straight to Thunder
One of the more dramatic days in Memphis Grizzlies franchise history ended with a demoralizing loss Friday night at FedExForum.Related content:
Recipe Exchange: Paradise Cafe’s broccoli and caraway-cheese soup
Bob Sternburgh, owner of Paradise Cafe, likes to take classic recipes — think beef stroganoff, chicken tetrazzini or lasagna — and turn them into soups.
TSWA names All-State Football Classes 4A, 5A, 6A teams
Athletes from Bartlett, Central, Germantown, Lakeland Prep, Munford, Southwind and Whitehaven recognized by the Tennessee Sports Writers Association.
Sudoku: Jan. 10
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What Daily Memphians think*
“The NBA is like WWE. It’s all a show.” — Bradley Cordts about Herrington: Laying out Ja Morant trade scenarios
“I love JJJ and his perspective but I think Morant DOES let the outside noise affect him.” — John Ford about ‘I feel for him’: Jaren Jackson Jr. reacts to Ja Morant trade possibility
“HOT FUDGE (Brownie) PIE. man I miss going to tigers games at the Toom of Doom and having a slice before...” — Jay Adkins about Iconic North End restaurant announces sale
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Daily Jigsaw: Bartlett outlasts Houston
This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from the Bartlett vs. Houston high school basketball game and was taken by Mark Weber.
Daily WordRow: Jan. 10
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
‘Bearing witness matters’: Vigil protests ICE, honors woman shot in Minneapolis
After a woman was fatally shot by an Immigrations and Custom Enforcement agent in Minneapolis, a score of Memphians gathered to remember her and call for action amid local ICE activity.
Elections Here come the candidates for August elections
North Mississippi Leaders tout xAI’s investment in Southaven data center: ‘This is an exciting day’
State Government State lawmaker files bill to keep ICE out of schools, churches
Premium Education Election Commission hits the brakes for certain MSCS seats, citing judicial order
Business
Food Files: Gussied Up-date, Sweet Magnolia Gelato Co. to move
Prepared to get Gussied Up, and Sweet Magnolia is looking to start a new chapter.
Premium Business Bartlett resident bringing Play It Again Sports to the suburb
free access Business Measles case reported at Memphis International
Premium Business How the Grizz will help local biz leaders ‘extend the Memphis brand globally’
Health Care Jury finds local gynecologist guilty of 40 charges
Sports
Thunder roars back from 21-point deficit to beat Grizzlies
The Thunder took the lead with 1:07 left in the fourth quarter and went on to win by one point.
Memphis Grizzlies Box score: Thunder 117, Grizzlies 116
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies coach talks basketball, not trades
Memphis Grizzlies Grizzlies will entertain trade offers for Ja Morant, per ESPN
Player of the Week Standouts from Wooddale, St. Agnes, Lausanne and Hutchison voted OrthoSouth players of the week
Food
$15 Deal: Good Fortune Co.'s roasted pork rice bowl
Here’s a rice bowl that’s cute, colorful and delicious.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: Going ‘dry’ for January
Suburbs
Leaders tout xAI’s investment in Southaven data center: ‘This is an exciting day’
“This is an exciting day, not only in Mississippi’s future, but this is an exciting day for Mississippi’s kids and for Mississippi’s workforce and for Mississippi’s economy,” Gov. Tate Reeves said Thursday about xAI’s new data center in Southaven.
Premium Millington $60M renovation will get Memphis raceway firing on all cylinders again
Arts & Culture
Be a blacksmith for a day, and celebrate the Goblin King’s 40th birthday
This week, Novel hosts a Broadway party, local cartoonists gamify art and Good Fortune’s head bartender takes over an Edge District bar.
Visual Arts Memphis Movies This Week: Bradley Cooper’s ‘Is This Thing On?,’ a Jim Jarmusch award-winner
Opinion
Opinion: We need to address criminal forensic priorities
“Investigations and prosecutions can take far too long as forensic test results are pending. But implementing a series of key additions to local forensic capabilities can make the justice system move faster and more efficiently.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: Tribute artists, blacksmithing and more weekend fun
January is traditionally one of the slowest times of the year when it comes to social events. But it’s not the case this weekend.