Tigers’ problems run much deeper than injury issues
University of Memphis center Jalen Duren (2), a freshman, goes up for a block during the Jan. 20 against SMU. “These veteran teams understand that we’re really starting four freshmen, it’s like they jump on that opportunity right away,” coach Penny Hardaway said. (Patrick Lantrip/Daily Memphian)
Penny Hardaway blames youth and injuries for the current mess. However, the AAC has another team that is dealing with injuries — but is winning.
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Johnson is a Memphis native who graduated from Middle Tennessee State University in 2016. He's traveled the country covering teams like Syracuse, the Buffalo Bills and the Memphis Grizzlies. He's excited about the opportunity to cover the Tigers and all things in the city of Memphis.
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