Twenty years ago, Mike Tyson fought Lennox Lewis at The Pyramid. It was a defining moment for sports in Memphis. And it was a hell of a lot of fun. 

Before Germantown’s city administrator began his career in government, he played baseball and had a record-setting career at Ole Miss. 

The former Atlanta United 2 player, who got revenge over the weekend, has stepped in with a “poacher’s instinct” to score.

For both this year and the future of the program, Lawson’s progress with his development will be a major storyline to watch.

DeAngelo Williams finished his college career as the NCAA leader with 7,573 all-purpose yards. 

Tigers coach Penny Hardaway is seeking more help from transfers, and Rasheed Wallace is likely heading west.

Steve Spurrier returned to Memphis on Sunday to accept the AutoZone Liberty Bowl’s Distinguished Citizen Award. Some of his biggest triumphs involved Memphis. They may not be what you think.

The former NBA player, Memphis Tigers assistant and Houston High School coach has gotten into a cutthroat business and already landed some big clients.

Former Melrose coach crafted a second career as principal at Southwest Career and Technology Center. But helping young people thrive was always job No. 1.

The 11-day break came in the middle of a hot streak, but players say the time off was needed. Now they have to pick it up against Atlanta United 2, a quality foe.

“There’s no telling if Penny Hardaway’s new restaurant will live up to expectations. But it should be better than Cal’s!”

“A lot of work for a lot of creative people. A lot of assists from Ja.”

To determine a projected financial plan, the University of Memphis looked at the funding precedents of stadiums at nine universities.

Mock drafts might not mean much, but here are some names to keep an eye on, including players who recently have worked out for the Grizzlies.

For example, there are grit cakes, filled with your choice of shrimp, salmon croquettes, chicken, pork or vegetables.

The Grizzlies took home the NBA’s Dunk of the Year and Assist of the Year awards on Wednesday, as voted by the fans. 

Lester Quinones is keeping his name in the NBA draft. But the guy sure had an impact at Memphis. He was a lot more than an air guitar and short shorts.

The guard wowed NBA teams during his private workouts and has become a potential second-round pick.

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Penny’s Nitty Gritty Upscale Southern expected to be open in August.

One of the most important pieces of the upcoming season is returning to the Tigers.

The Tigers struggled kicking field goals last season, but a healthy David Kemp should make the kicking staff more reliable this year. 

There are three categories to consider if Memphis wants to make a move: the draft, free agency and trades.

With the deadline to withdraw from the NBA draft tomorrow, June 1, Quinones’ decision could be more difficult than anticipated.

Why is it so hard to say goodbye to our dogs? I asked Scott Morris, who is still saddened by the recent loss of Sidney, the best dog ever. He says the secret is love.

Predictions had the guard returning to Memphis, but with the entry withdrawal date coming up, things might be changing.