It’s the young and fast Memphis Tigers vs. the older, deliberate Broncos.

March 16, 2022: Bartlett defeats Henderson Beech in Class 4A quarterfinal. 

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Coach Ryan Silverfield said no one is guaranteed to be a starter, even coming out of spring ball. 

J.R. Jacobs leads Panthers with 22 points and 10 rebounds as they hit clutch free throws in the final minutes.

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Box score: Bartlett 64, Beech 59

It’s not enough that the Tigers will play in their first NCAA Tournament in eight years. Now there’s the chance Penny Hardaway may bring back Emoni Bates. Either way, Thursday will be a compelling day for Memphis basketball.

Jalen Duren unfazed by Boise State’s big man; what to make of Landers Nolley II? 

JaSteven Walker scores 23, but the Falcons were too tough for Fayette-Ware.

Bates was seen practicing with the team Wednesday ahead of the NCAA Tournament first-round game.

Power Center Academy defeats Chattanooga Brainerd in boys Class 2A quarterfinal. 

The Grizzlies are one of the hottest teams in the NBA, and ESPN’s desire to be in Memphis proves it. 

His teammates can point to one reason or another to explain the Grizzlies’ record. Jackson relies on their knowledge and goes about his business.

March 15, 2022: The Memphis Grizzlies defeat the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

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Desmond Bane celebrated his homecoming with 21 points on 58% shooting in the blowout. 

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Box score: Grizzlies 135, Pacers 102

Stone Memorial pulls away from Wildcats in the second half.

JSU notified the Southern Heritage Classic in February that it plans to withdraw from the series.

Topgolf looks like it might finally be headed to Memphis. An application for a large golf and entertainment venue was submitted to the Memphis and Shelby County Land Use Control Board. 

The Broncos’ defensive versatility makes them formidable, but they haven’t faced pressure from a defense like the Tigers’.

Knights go without a basket for nearly the final four minutes but hang on against Chattanooga Brainerd.

On a drive to the basket against the Los Angeles Clippers on Jan. 8, Brooks stepped on the foot of a defender, badly spraining his ankle. It took him more than two months to make his eventual return, which came on Sunday against Oklahoma City. 

CBHS standout adds to postseason hardware; TRA senior honored after leading the area in scoring.

Here is a closer look at the efficiencies of Grizzlies lineups, and if you’re watching the NCAA Tournament, who might be of interest.

The Grizzlies have a record of 12-2 this season with Ja Morant unavailable. 

Bartlett, Bolton, Fayette-Ware, MAHS and Power Center Academy will represent the area beginning Tuesday in Murfreesboro.