It will be a clash of tough defensive units when No. 9 Memphis and the Cyclones play in the NIT Season Tip-Off final.

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Calvin Austin III considers himself blessed, and defensive lineman John Tate IV anticipates he’ll shed a few tears on senior day.

Local artists compared Ja Morant’s game to jazz soloists, ballet dancers and brush strokes within a mural. The Grizzlies point guard is building his masterpiece in his third season. 

Penny Hardaway seems inclined to continue a certain rotation trend, and 3-point shooting remains an issue.

After beating Virginia Tech, Memphis is 5-0 for the first time in more than a decade. But it wasn’t the kids who carried them in this one. It was the dogs. 

Alex Lomax and Malcolm Dandridge, coming off the bench, propelled the No. 9 Tigers in what could have been a much closer game.

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Box score: Memphis 69, Virginia Tech 61

Nov. 24, 2021: Toronto Raptors defeat the Grizzlies at FedExForum.

The Grizzlies at one point had a 14-point lead, but former Memphis Tigers player Precious Achiuwa contributed to the Raptors’ rally and surge.

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Ryan Silverfield and Tulane offensive coordinator Chip Long have even served on the same staffs. On Saturday, each has specific streaks to continue or end.

“Although I can’t address the legal matters right now, I want everyone to know I’m doing the work to address my case,” the former Grizzlies player said. 

Senior is averaging 27 points through first two games.

Briarcrest junior Max Carroll named MVP. 

The former Tigers star, in town with the Toronto Raptors to face the Grizzlies, predicts it won’t be a smooth rise, but believes his college team will win the national title.

The Grizzlies star said the ad spot “describes me, my background, the city of Memphis.”

Are rotations part of the turnover issue? What has Larry Brown’s role been so far?

The Tigers haven’t scored at 30 points in a game since beating Navy 35-17 on Oct. 14. 

Brothers shut down ECS in the second half of first game in McNeill Family Fieldhouse.

The winners of the Mr. Football awards will be announced during ceremonies in Nashville on Dec. 7.

Memphis has been able to gradually build schedule intensity, unlike the Hokies, who are 5-0 but played softer competition.

Forward and fullback are the first players in club history to receive postseason mention.

Tigers beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II break down the importance of this year’s football senior day and what it means for the program. 

The Grizzlies star, with Memphis scenery, adds to his portfolio of appearances.

Losing big for the Grizzlies this season has been nearly synonymous with when they lose at all, because seven of eight losses have been by double-digits.

An embarrassing loss to the Timberwolves prompted a “heart-to-heart” talk.