Four reasons why Memphis could go on a tournament run
Memphis center Jalen Duren celebrates during action against Houston on Sunday, March 6, 2022. (Mark Weber/The Daily Memphian)
Steven Johnson
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.
Led by Jalen Duren, the Tigers’ talent and style make them a dangerous dark horse, and Boise State may be an ideal matchup to start a March Madness run.
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