The Memphis Tigers have loads of talent. They showed it again as they opened their season with a 94-77 win over Jackson State. Now all the Tigers have to do is mold that talent into an elite team. By Friday, would be best.
NCAA men’s basketball box score for the Monday, Nov. 6 game between the Memphis Tigers and Jackson State Tigers played at FedExForum in Memphis.
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The Mustangs outshot the Tigers and had more shots on goal, but just as they did during the regular season, the Tigers prevailed on the scoreboard.
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After quarterback Seth Henigan left the field with an injury, Tevin Carter stepped in and executed the longest play of the season. “... When his number was called, he went out there and performed,” Coach Ryan Silverfield said.
Numbers can be deceiving. South Florida racked up the yards and the points, but Memphis came through late to secure the victory.
Football box score for Saturday’s game between the Memphis Tigers and South Florida Bulls played at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium in Memphis.
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Their two best players may not be as good as last year’s, but the Tigers are significantly better from rosters spots 3-10 this season.
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