Martin: It’s back to square one for Memphis basketball
After a month of mostly near-misses and too-close-for-comfort wins, the Memphis Tigers finally got caught.
After a month of mostly near-misses and too-close-for-comfort wins, the Memphis Tigers finally got caught.
Jaren Jackson Jr. had a game-high 36 points on 15-23 shooting, connecting on 3-6 from 3-point range and aggressively attacked Minnesota center Rudy Gobert, the once and likely future Defensive Player of the Year.Related story:
Box score for the Memphis Grizzlies-Minnesota Timberwolves NBA game played Thursday, Jan. 18., 2023.
On a cold and miserable night — a night when fans were urged to stay home — the Tigers blew a 20-point lead to lose to South Florida. And then Penny Hardaway hinted at ominous chemistry issues within the team.
The No. 10 Tigers lose at home to USF and coach Penny Hardaway talks about chemistry problems within the team in his postgame remarks.Related story:
The box score from the University of Memphis Tigers-University of South Florida Bulls played at FedExForum on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024.
K.J. Tenner and Amani Lipscomb were recognized this week.
Part 1 of a two-part Mid-Season Grizzlies Mailbag. This is the non-trade deadline portion of the Mailbag with lots of great questions that Chris Herrington answers.
The Thursday game between the No. 10 Tigers and the Bulls is still set for a 6 p.m. tipoff at FedExForum.Related story:
Ayden Kelley, the son of former East High and Tennessee standout Tony Harris, is combining his passion for basketball and chess and excelling on the court for Northpoint.
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington share stories and thoughts about Grizzlies players GG Jackson and Vince Williams Jr.
Bally Sports broadcasts could be available to watch on Amazon Prime in the future.
DAC likely would have closed Jan. 1 if Collierville wasn’t considering taking the responsibility.
Hutchison and Middle College are the only Memphis-area teams ranked in the state girls basketball rankings.
Bartlett, Cordova, Fayette-Ware, Munford, Ridgeway, Douglass, Briarcrest and FACS are all ranked in this week’s state high school boys basketball rankings.
The No. 10 Tigers will look to prove that their performance versus Wichita State on Sunday was a turning point when they host South Florida at FedExForum on Thursday.
An elite group of Memphis-area golfers and cross country runners earn all-state recognition.
An elite group of Memphis-area Class 4A, 5A and 6A football players earned all-state recognition headlined by two in Class 6A from Houston High’s state title-winning team.
With injuries crippling the season, and with an eye toward both the NBA’s Feb. 8 trade deadline and the offseason to follow, let’s reset the Grizzlies roster. Grizzlies announce signing of Scotty Pippen Jr. Spider-Man and the Defender ‘wear the masks’ in Grizzlies win over Warriors Grizzlies Insider: Defensive ‘dog’ Vince Williams Jr. learns quicklyRelated stories:
Scottie Pippen’s son appeared in 17 games for the South Bay Lakers during the 2023-24 NBA G League Showcase and regular season.
Pittsburgh Steelers receiver Calvin Austin III and Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard both scored touchdowns during the Wild Card round of the NFL playoffs.
The 6-foot-7 wing has caught fire since the start of AAC play, shooting 63.2% from 3 in Memphis’ four conference games.
At first, Vince Williams Jr. was viewed by players across the league as a two-way player making the most of his opportunity. But, after months of putting out the same production, he’s starting to be noticed by several opponents.
The Grizzlies showed Monday night that even with a team full of youngsters, anyone can wear the superhero mask.
Are Vince Williams Jr., GG Jackson and Jacob Gilyard the new three to watch?