What will it take for Memphis basketball to get back on track against Wichita State on Thursday? Fewer turnovers, smarter shots and, maybe, the arrival of Jordan Nesbitt. 

Home school team bounces back after tough loss to Arlington on Monday.

After a tumultuous path of missteps and hurdles, the forward finally bursts forth and brings his joy to the Tigers.

Governor’s new executive order also applies to wrestling matches.

Carmen Taylor remains at the head of the girls scoring charts, while Alex Anderson of Tipton-Rosemark moves into the boys lead.

Alex Lomax and Damion Baugh both took turns at point guard for most of the nonconference schedule. And, Lester Quinones assumed the starting role for two games in December.

It would have been sweeter if 18,000 Memphians had been jammed into FedExForum. But Ja Morant made sure this MLK Day game ended with a win. 

Jan. 18, 2021: Grizzlies 108, Suns 104. Two hundred four people were in attendance at FedExForum.

Grayson Allen and Ja Morant came up clutch inside the final minute to seal the win in a nationally televised game. 

Washington had the most receiving yards among all freshmen nationally in 2020.

The West is starting to separate into layers of quality. How the Grizzlies fare in the next 10 games will be telling. 

Grizzlies have not announced if they will do the same.

For Brandon Clarke, playing on Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a game he will not forget. 

Gainwell is projected as a top-five running back prospect in the April 29-May 1, 2021 draft.

Morris announced he was reopening his commitment just hours after Memphis’ loss to Tulsa. 

Says coach Penny Hardaway: “We’re just not ready to win those type of games yet because you’ve got to be tough.”

Jan. 17, 2021: Tulsa 58, Memphis 57. There were 100 people in attendance at Reynolds Center in Tulsa.

Season-high 21 turnovers and missed chances sink Tigers in 58-57 loss. Related articles:  New Year, same Tigers: Memphis’ struggles persist and Box score: Tulsa 58, Memphis 57

Defensive lineman Devon Robinson’s time at Mississippi State made him realize he wanted to return to Memphis.

Morant, frustrated by his ankle injury, was buoyed by his teammates and their play.

Jan. 16, 2021: 206 people were in attendance at FedExForum

Morant looked to be in good form with 17 points and six assists after 18 days out of action with an ankle sprain.

Just 18 days after suffering a Grade 2 ankle sprain, the point guard is back in the lineup.