After a physical win over Little Rock, it’s on to games against two nationally ranked opponents.

NCAA men’s basketball box for the Memphis Tigers game against Little Rock played Tuesday, Dec. 6, at FedExForum in Memphis.

Head coach Penny Hardaway’s squad easily handled Little Rock as the Tigers (7-2) cruised to an 87-71 win over the Trojans (2-7) at FedExForum.

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Box score: Memphis 87, Little Rock 71

Despite his use of swear words, Steven Adams has made the “Nice List” this year. Santa Claus said so himself. 

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The former University of Memphis coach says he’s definitely interested in getting back into college football.

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Standouts from Manassas, St. George’s lead this week’s scoring charts.

After reading comments from fans on social media, Memphis defensive lineman Wardalis Ducksworth offers public support for coach Ryan Silverfield. 

Honorees were chosen based on regular-season and postseason performance, with team performance also being factored in. The selections were also made in consultation with area coaches.

What Memphis coach Penny Hardaway said first during his radio show Monday was telling.

The Tigers’ contest with the Trojans comes on the heels of a big win over Ole Miss and four days before a showdown with No. 11 Auburn.

Tyus Jones scored 28 points and dished 10 assists in a win for the Grizzlies, who were playing without Ja Morant, Jaren Jackson Jr. and Desmond Bane. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 101, Heat 93

NBA box score for the game between the Memphis Grizzlies and the Miami Heat played Monday, Dec. 5, at FedExForum in Memphis.

Memphis lands two commitments on Monday from three-star receiver Harvey Broussard III and junior college linebacker Marcus Tillman Jr. 

You may think the Memphis-Utah State matchup is a humdrum game between two six-win teams. But no! It is an opportunity for Memphis to settle a 51-year-old grudge. It is a story of college football treachery. And it is time for Utah State to pay. 

The Grizzlies have a crowded injury report ahead of the game against the Miami Heat on Monday. 

As Nike cuts ties with Kyrie Irving, Grizzlies star Ja Morant will receive a signature shoe. The athletic apparel company also recently put out a casting call for a new commercial featuring Morant. 

The Grizzlies will begin a five-game homestand on Monday and they will also play four games this month — all against playoff contenders — coming off two days of rest. 

Standouts from Fayette-Ware, Lewisburg, Northpoint, St. George’s, Westwood and White Station are up for consideration this week. 

Standouts from CBHS, East, Houston, Overton, St. Benedict and White Station are up for consideration this week. 

The Memphis Grizzlies played the Detroit Pistons on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit.

Ja Morant scored 33 points and delivered a bundle of highlights in Memphis’ win over the Pistons.

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Box score: Grizzlies 122, Pistons 112

The city’s postseason classic announced on Sunday that Arkansas and Kansas will be the opponents for the 64th edition of the game, which will be played on Dec. 28 at Simmons Bank Liberty Stadium.

Memphis will meet Utah State of the Mountain West on Dec. 27 in Dallas.

The Tigers now have 18 commitments for the 2023 recruiting class.