Penny Hardaway wrapped up his first season by declaring that his hopes for a national championship at Memphis are "more real."

The fans wanted Johnny Manziel. But Brandon Silvers won the night for the Memphis Express. 

The Memphis Tigers were eliminated from the NIT by Creighton Friday night. But the game felt like less an ending than the end of a beginning.

Penny Hardaway's first home season felt like a family reunion, right up though the raucous end.

After four years away, Penny Hardaway has Memphis back in the postseason. Not bad for a glorified AAU coach, eh?

Former Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel is joining the Memphis Express. It could actually be (yes, I said it) fun!

The Memphis Tigers won't be going to the NCAA Tournament this year after losing to Houston Saturday. But Penny Hardaway's first team has earned both affection and respect.

Memphis shows its toughness and swagger in routing UCF. But will that be enough to beat Houston? Saturday's game will be the ultimate test. 

Penny Hardaway may be the most photographed man in the history of Memphis. Here's why he never says no to a photo request. 

John Kilzer was a former Tiger, an academic and a music star. But his legacy will be his recovery ministry, which touched hundreds of lives. 

Jeremiah Martin saved the day. Which just happened to be HIS day. So happy Jeremiah Martin Day to everyone!

When Jeremiah Martin is introduced as the starting point guard on Memphis Senior Day, he'll cross himself, point skyward and think about the man whose memory has inspired him throughout his unlikely journey.

The Memphis Tigers lost to Cincinnati Saturday night. But in the process, they've showed how far they've come and how far they might go. 

Jeremiah Martin had another massive night in leading Memphis over Temple. So, absolutely, your faithful columnist will write about it. 

In a tournament atmosphere on the road in a tough place to play, Jeremiah Martin does it again, carrying the Tigers to a win at Wichita State.

As the Grizzlies return from the All-Star break, a familiar face was on the practice floor Thursday. But nothing in Chandler Parsons' appearance should be viewed as a reconciliation.

The University of Memphis will honor Tiger legend Larry Finch with a plaza near the Getwell entrance to the South Campus.

Tiger senior Jeremiah Martin is on an historic run, and it continued Wednesday night as he reached a career-high 43 points as Memphis defeated Tulane.

The record may be similar to the final Tubby Smith campaign, but the whole vibe of the Memphis Tigers season is happier, more enjoyable and optimistic about the future.

The Memphis Express opening game at the Liberty Bowl was cold, poorly attended, unsuccessful — and shockingly fun.

Memphis got a road win, finally. And it's time to appreciate what Jeremiah Martin is doing for this team.

The Grizzlies are bringing back the guy they sent away. Yes, Chandler Parsons will be suiting up and checking into a game at FedExForum – after resting up during the All-Star break, that is.

Believe it or not, the Memphis Grizzlies are in the midst of an important race. It's just not the race they wanted to be in. 

What does Cincinnati have that Penny Hardaway's Memphis Tigers don't have? Toughness.

Now that the trade deadline has passed, it's time for the Grizzlies to hire a president of basketball operations who has credibility and authority. The search should start with Shane Battier.