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<strong>Memphis guard Lester Quinones (11) during a first round NCAA college basketball tournament game against Boise State, Thursday, March 17, 2022, in Portland, Oregon.</strong> (AP Photo/Craig Mitchelldyer)Memphis Tigers Basketball

Tigers Basketball Insider: Quinones making an impression in Summer League

Quinones scored 19 points and grabbed five rebounds in the Warriors loss to the Lakers on Monday.

By Steven Johnson July 05, 2022
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Analysis: What Hardaway’s offseason acquisitions say about his growth

Even though Hardaway accomplished his primary goal last season, he understood that the path Memphis took would be unsustainable going forward.

By Steven Johnson July 03, 2022
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Memphis among top NCAA programs in brand compensation for athletes

Memphis is ranked in the top 20 in NIL compensation.

By Steven Johnson July 01, 2022
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Early look at potential lineups for the Tigers

Finding the right combinations should be much easier for Penny Hardaway this season.

By Steven Johnson July 02, 2022

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    Memphis basketball to face Auburn in Atlanta

    Hardaway continues to put together a challenging nonconference slate for the Tigers.

    By Steven Johnson June 30, 2022
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    Emoni Bates’ departure shows Hardaway’s growth

    The Memphis Tigers’ coach now can avoid certain lineup dilemmas and focus on an experienced roster.

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    Former Tiger Emoni Bates transfers to Eastern Michigan

    By John Martin June 30, 2022
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    Former Tiger Emoni Bates transfers to Eastern Michigan

    We can finally put the rumors of a Memphis-Emoni Bates reunion to bed.

    By Steven Johnson June 29, 2022
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    Tigers Basketball Insider: Making sense of the latest Emoni Bates chatter

    ”The Emoni thing, I haven’t been approached by it. He’s in the portal, and everybody’s putting everything out there, but I haven’t spoken to anyone from his camp,” Penny Hardaway said. 

    By Steven Johnson June 28, 2022
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    Six takeaways from documents on Memphis’ final IARP hearing

    The university’s case and objections are laid out, as well as the panel’s responses and its own objections.

    By Steven Johnson June 28, 2022
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    Memphis basketball to hire Faragi Phillips as assistant

    After battling in high school, Hardaway and Phillips will be on the same bench this season.

    By Steven Johnson June 28, 2022
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    University of Memphis had final IARP hearing in May

    Based on timeline of IARP’s investigation into N.C. State, case against the Tigers’ basketball program could be nearing end.

    By Steven Johnson June 27, 2022
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    How three Tigers could fit in with their new NBA teams

    Jalen Duren, Josh Minott and Lester Quinones landed in favorable positions, with talent around them.

    By Steven Johnson June 24, 2022
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    Keonte Kennedy commits to Memphis

    The University of Texas at El Paso wing is the fifth transfer to commit to the Tigers for the 2022-23 season.

    By Steven Johnson June 24, 2022
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    Tigers’ Lester Quinones signs two-way contract with Warriors

    Defending NBA champion Golden State was one of many teams to have worked out Quinones in the pre-draft process.

    By Steven Johnson June 23, 2022
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    Tigers forward Josh Minott picked at No. 45 by Minnesota Timberwolves

    The freshman had raised some eyebrows when he put his name in the draft.

    By Steven Johnson June 24, 2022
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    Memphis center Jalen Duren taken at No. 13, moved to Pistons in three-team trade

    Reports have the Tigers big man, the second lottery pick to have played during Penny Hardaway’s tenure, being traded to the Knicks, who then sent him to the Pistons.

    By Steven Johnson June 23, 2022
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    Former Tigers point guard hoping to shape the next generation at Craigmont

    The M Club Hall of Famer and new high school coach pledges to bring grit and determination to new role.

    By John Varlas June 21, 2022
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    Tigers Basketball Insider: A potential assistant coach candidate emerging?

    One name that’s generating smoke is a former coach at both Mitchell and Whitehaven high schools. 

    By Steven Johnson June 21, 2022
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    Here’s what might be next for Memphis Tigers basketball

    Penny Hardaway’s new-look roster has a number of lineup options, but still could use a couple of pieces.

    By Steven Johnson June 20, 2022
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    What is Memphis getting in Akot? A Boise State writer shares insight

    “He clearly thinks Penny Hardaway can transform him into an NBA player,” said an Idaho Press writer who’s familiar with the Tigers’ latest commitment, including his strengths and ability to shoot.

    By Steven Johnson June 20, 2022
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    Emmanuel Akot commits to Memphis

    The transfer from Boise State gives the Tigers another shooter and a secondary ballhandler.

    By Steven Johnson June 19, 2022
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    Memphis basketball scheduled to play in 2023 Battle 4 Atlantis

    The Tigers will be facing blue bloods and rising programs, including UNC and Arkansas.

    By Steven Johnson June 15, 2022
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    Tigers Basketball Insider: Are transfer options dwindling for Memphis?

    Even if Emmanuel Akot joins the program, the Tigers will need at least one more key difference maker that could potentially start. The options are getting thinner and thinner by the day.

    By Steven Johnson June 14, 2022
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    Calkins: Frank Haith is a Tiger? Penny Hardaway strikes again.

    Penny Hardaway has now added the former AAC Coach of the Year along with Kendric Davis (former AAC Player of the Year). That’s impressive work for the coach of a program facing possible NCAA sanctions. It speaks to Hardaway’s resilience, above all.

     

    By Geoff Calkins June 14, 2022
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    Hardaway to hire former rival as Tigers assistant coach

    A source confirmed to The Daily Memphian that former Tulsa head coach Frank Haith, who gave Hardaway fits at times with his matchup zone defense, is expected to join the staff.

    By Steven Johnson June 14, 2022
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    Tigers among final three for key transfer target

    One of the Memphis Tigers’ key transfer targets appears to be approaching a decision.

    By Steven Johnson June 14, 2022
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    U of M recruit discovered Hardaway on ‘NBA 2K’ — then met the real thing

    The newest member of the Tigers came to the U.S. from Nigeria after the deaths of his parents. Though he picked up the game late, his roundabout journey has landed him in Memphis.

    By Steven Johnson June 13, 2022
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    Tigers Basketball Insider: Why this season will be huge for Johnathan Lawson

    For both this year and the future of the program, Lawson’s progress with his development will be a major storyline to watch.

    By Steven Johnson June 07, 2022
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    Hardaway gives update on recruiting, coaching staff

    Tigers coach Penny Hardaway is seeking more help from transfers, and Rasheed Wallace is likely heading west.

    By Steven Johnson June 06, 2022

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