Job’s not done, but everything’s back on the table for Memphis
After a historic win at Houston, all of the Tigers basketball team’s lofty preseason goals suddenly seem attainable.
After a historic win at Houston, all of the Tigers basketball team’s lofty preseason goals suddenly seem attainable.
Feb. 12, 2022: The Memphis Tigers defeat the Houston Cougars at Fertitta Center in Houston.
Memphis was unfazed late in the game, thwarting the Cougars, who lost back-to-back games for the first time since 2017.
New faces join an established returning core as city’s USL Championship team begins preparations for its fourth season.
JSU said “ongoing communication” regarding termination of its participation in the Southern Heritage Classic was leaked. Classic founder Fred Jones told The Daily Memphian that there was no “ongoing conversation” regarding the contract.
The Tigers are taking Saturday’s game against one of the best teams in the country personally.
Feb. 10, 2022: The Grizzlies defeat the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit. Related story:
Desmond Bane breaks out of his recent shooting slump and the bench picked up the slack in a 25-point win over Pistons.Related story:
Fans tab Amarr Knox and Kayli Clarkson as this week’s best.
Junior standout leads the way in a pair of region victories.
The Grizzlies were one of only five NBA teams that didn’t make a deal ahead of the league’s trade deadline. They chose to keep the NBA’s second-youngest roster intact.
Memphis has two of the three finalists in Division 2-A: Tyler Byrd of Tipton-Rosemark and Daniel Egbuniwe of FACS.
Grizzlies guard Wesley Person almost won the 3-point contest in 2003, but a re-do gave Peja Stojakovic his second crown.
Why should Memphis fans believe the Tigers can win two of their next three games against Houston, Cincinnati and SMU? Well, they have Jalen Duren for starters. Ask Tulane how hard it is to stop that guy.
Hardaway doesn’t want to just beat Houston; he wants the Tigers to be more like the Cougars.
Feb. 9, 2022: The Memphis Tigers defeated the Tulane Green Wave at FedExForum. Duren, Williams make their presence felt in Tigers’ win over TulaneRelated story:
After missing the first matchup, DeAndre Williams and Jalen Duren had double-doubles to lead Memphis in payback game.Related stories:
Calvin Austin III and Dylan Parham have been invited to the 2022 NFL combine after having a strong Senior Bowl.
The Tigers added the MAC Freshman of the Year to what is already a talented running back group. There are only so many carries to go around.
With Zach Randolph watching, the Grizzlies completed a season-sweep of the hated Clippers. “Can’t wait for the playoffs,” Randolph said. And we know how he feels.
Feb. 8, 2022: The Grizzlies defeat the Los Angeles Clippers at FedExForum. Morant, Jackson guide Grizzlies to blowout win over ClippersRelated story:
Snubbed in All-Star reserve selection, Jaren Jackson Jr. had 26 points and 11 rebounds in his third straight strong showing. Related story:
Desmond Bane will be the fifth Grizzlies player to compete in the NBA’s 3-point contest.
The team lost two key contributors early but enters the final week of the regular season ranked second in the state in Class AA.
Memphis should fare better defensively against the Green Wave this time with the return of Jalen Duren and DeAndre Williams.