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Martin: Memphis native Curtis Givens III is visiting the University of Memphis. Is a commitment next?

By , Daily Memphian Updated: May 16, 2025 3:07 PM CT | Published: May 13, 2025 11:15 AM CT
John Martin
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John Martin

John Martin is a contributing college sports columnist for The Daily Memphian. Martin is a lifelong Memphian who’s covered the Memphis Tigers’ basketball program for more than a decade. Before joining The Daily Memphian team, he was the Memphis beat writer for The Athletic. Currently, he is the co-host of the Jason and John Show on 92.9 FM ESPN, weekdays at 11 a.m. Martin is a graduate of White Station High School and the University of Memphis.

Givens, a former four-star point guard, is also fielding interest from Ole Miss, BYU, Villanova, Maryland, USC, Vanderbilt and others. 

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