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    Calkins: Jeremiah Martin’s brilliant career started in grief but is ending in glory

    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.

    By Geoff Calkins March 07, 2019
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    Season One, Chapter 17: The Memphis Tigers lost the game — but showed they can win the tournament

    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. 

    By Geoff Calkins March 03, 2019
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    Calkins: Jeremiah Martin was awesome (and I’ll keep writing about it until he’s not)

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

    By Geoff Calkins March 02, 2019
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    Season One, Chapter 16: Jeremiah Martin’s greatness lifts Memphis over Wichita State

    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.

    By Geoff Calkins March 02, 2019
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    Calkins: Like it or not, Chandler Parsons is back

    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.

    By Geoff Calkins February 21, 2019
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    ‘Magnificent’ Larry Finch plaza will be located at entrance to South Campus

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

    By Geoff Calkins February 22, 2019
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    Calkins: Jeremiah Martin on an inspiring, historic journey

    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.

    By Geoff Calkins February 21, 2019
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    Season One, Chapter 15: Psssst, Penny Hardaway’s first season already a success

    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.

    By Geoff Calkins February 18, 2019
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    Calkins: Memphis Express opener was cold, empty, unsuccessful – and shockingly fun

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

    By Geoff Calkins February 18, 2019
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    Calkins: Jeremiah Martin leads Memphis to (it’s true!) a win on the road

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

    By Geoff Calkins February 14, 2019
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    Calkins: Chandler Parsons is back! (But don’t blame the Grizzlies)

    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.

    By Geoff Calkins February 09, 2019
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    Calkins: Believe it or not, Grizzlies are in a really big race!

    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. 

    By Geoff Calkins February 09, 2019
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    Calkins: After loss to Cincinnati, Penny Hardaway calls out his team’s lack of toughness

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

    By Geoff Calkins February 08, 2019
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    Calkins: Gasol is gone? Now Grizzlies should hire Shane Battier

    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.

    By Geoff Calkins February 08, 2019
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    Calkins: On what could have been the last night for Gasol and Conley, ‘You just felt the love’

    On a surreal night for Marc Gasol, Mike Conley and the Memphis Grizzlies, Conley put it best: "You just felt the love."

     

    By Geoff Calkins February 06, 2019
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    Season One, Chapter 13: Jeremiah Martin’s dream performance can’t make up for (another!) nightmare start

    Jeremiah Martin scored an astonishing 41 points in the second half – but it wasn't enough to overcome another nightmarish start by Penny Hardaway and the Memphis Tigers.

    By Geoff Calkins February 02, 2019
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    Calkins: The jealousy jokes fly as Penny Hardaway’s Tigers get smashed by Tulsa

    Penny Hardaway's Memphis Tigers got smashed by Tulsa Wednesday night. As you may have expected, given the events of the week, some people really enjoyed this.

    By Geoff Calkins January 31, 2019
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    Calkins: Marc Gasol embraced Memphis – and Memphis embraced him right back

    Marc Gasol came to Memphis at the age of 16. Eighteen years later – after playing what may have been his final home game at FedExForum – he called it a “helluva ride.”

    By Geoff Calkins January 30, 2019
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    Calkins: Penny Hardaway thinks he has ‘a target on his back’ – and that’s a good thing

    Penny Hardaway has a massive chip on his shoulder about criticism – real or imagined – from other coaches. And that's a good thing.

    By Geoff Calkins January 28, 2019
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    Season One, Chapter 12: Penny Hardaway and Memphis get a statement win

    Memphis smashed UCF in front of a raucous crowd at FedExForum to give Penny Hardaway a statement win.

     

    By Geoff Calkins January 28, 2019
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    Calkins: Memphis had a shot to beat Temple – but missed

    Memphis lost to Temple Thursday night, 85-76, in a game that demonstrated that old basketball truism: You won’t win many games when you shoot 4.3 percent from deep.

    By Geoff Calkins January 24, 2019
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    Calkins: Elliot Perry has an urgent request

    Elliot Perry has an urgent request. He wants more Memphians to mentor. Why not make this the year we find the time?

    By Geoff Calkins January 24, 2019
  • Geoff Calkins

    Calkins: Chris Wallace can’t be long for the Grizz

    Memphis Grizzlies general manager Chris Wallace has to be following Marc Gasol and Mike Conley out the door. 

    By Geoff Calkins January 23, 2019
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    Calkins: The last days of Conley and Gasol? It shouldn’t have had to come to this

    The Grizzlies are willing to trade Mike Conley and Marc Gasol, according to ESPN. It's time, certainly. But it shouldn't have come to this.

     

     

    By Geoff Calkins January 23, 2019
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    Calkins: Grizzlies embarrass themselves on national TV

    The Grizzlies have played nearly 18 years of home games. Their MLK Day loss to the Pelicans was their worst regular-season home loss ever.

    By Geoff Calkins January 22, 2019

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