The VP of basketball operations makes rare public statements on the team, as well as injuries to Ja Morant, Tyus Jones and Jaren Jackson Jr.

Last year's Class 6A semifinalist doesn't have its big three, but it does have the same high expectations.

Bartlett boys, girls sweep Arlington in golf.

Elliot Perry will be representing the team in the draft again, just like he did last year. But there's no anxiety this time around. 

When Southeastern Conference teams begin playing a 10-game conference-only schedule Sept. 26, the University of Tennessee Volunteers could play football in Neyland Stadium this season with only 25,000 fans.

A glimpse at a few newcomers who might see the field for Memphis this fall.

All of the school's athletics have been suspended, as well. 

UT-Martin said it would be unable to play the Nov. 21 game.

High school state tournaments for basketball, baseball and softball will have a different look in Tennessee starting with the 2021-22 school year.

Millington High School's coach Jason Nichols faces a big challenge with the girls basketball team, which has not had a winning season since 2012-13.

The Daily Memphian was recently given one last tour of the property. 

Hopefully Ja Morant's spectacular performance in the playoff game is enough to hold Grizzlies fans over until next season, whenever that might be. 

"It’s hard to imagine a season-ending loss ultimately being so satisfying. ... The Memphis Grizzlies did everything they needed to win except lock up CJ McCollum at the end."

Before the NBA hands out regular-season awards, let's give the Grizzlies some bubble accolades.

Some doctors have sounded the alarm about the effects after recovering from COVID-19; it's not too early to consider alternate NCAA basketball tournament formats; and Christian Brothers University has shut down some fall sports until Jan. 1

Memphis Grizzlies vs. Portland Trail Blazers

Second-half collapse keeps Memphis rooted at the bottom of Group G.

The season ended with a loss to the Portland Trail Blazers Saturday. But the rookie showed the country why this will be remembered as one of the most important seasons in the history of the franchise. 

The rookie was the superhero the Grizzlies needed him to be, but they came up just short. 

Memphis fought to stay in the bubble; now it will have to beat Portland twice to get in the playoffs.

Damian Lillard is averaging more than 50 points in his last three games. The Grizzlies have a plan to slow him down. 

The No. 11 overall prospect in the class of 2021 also was considering Memphis, Kentucky, Duke and North Carolina.

Memphis took Portland to overtime in their bubble opener, but Jaren Jackson Jr. isn't available this time.

Defending will be key and finishing will be at a premium as Memphis visits Charlotte on Saturday.