If Memphis wants to deliver ECU its first home loss, the Tigers must shore up their 3-point defense.

Memphis Tigers beat writers Steven Johnson and Frank Bonner II are back for another episode of the Tigers podcast.

The lack of bodies has hampered the ability to press, but there also has been a lack of attention to detail on defense. 

The Memphis Tigers lost to UCF on Wednesday. That’s bad. But for all of the team’s struggles, it still can make the NCAA Tournament. Is that too much to ask?

Jan. 12, 2022: The University of Central Florida Knights defeat the Memphis Tigers in Orlando, Florida.

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The Tigers were down early and could not catch up as their three-game winning streak comes to an end.

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Box score: UCF 74, Memphis 64

Josh Minott’s recent play has opened the eyes of scouts, and DeAndre Williams could be close to a return.

The Knights are reeling after two straight AAC losses, which makes them a dangerous opponent for Memphis.

Wiseman was honored with Golden State Warriors teammates and former Memphis Tigers teammates in attendance.

Jan. 9, 2022: The University of Memphis Tigers defeat the Cincinnati Bearcats at FedExForum.

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This version of the Tigers is much different than December’s

The University of Memphis will have some key pieces against Cincinnati, but will be without DeAndre Williams.

The Tigers, potentially without key pieces, must try to contain the guard-oriented Bearcats. 

Emoni Bates could be close to returning, but DeAndre Williams is in “bad shape” and is one of many Tigers who could be out against the Bearcats.

Dandridge is starting to find himself, and Memphis is sharing the ball better.

The Tigers have found their point guard, but their depth is about to be tested.

Penny Hardaway sure didn’t seem happy after the Tigers staved off Tulsa on Tuesday. Why was the Memphis coach so ticked?

Jan. 4, 2022: The Memphis Tigers defeat the Tulsa Golden Hurricane at FedExForum.

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The Tigers snapped a three-game losing streak against the Golden Hurricane.

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Box score: Memphis 67, Tulsa 64

Duren is out with a hip pointer.

Penny Hardaway said he’d be open to facing former Memphis coach John Calipari and Kentucky as a makeup game.