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Hill: Local high school athletes are chasing NIL deals. Who’s protecting them?

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:04:22 -0600

For parents of high school athletes, helping their children navigate the college recruiting process has long been part of the job. Now, they face a new question: Does their child need an agent?

Hill: He's the guy Lane Kiffin called to make Ole Miss a football power. And he lives in Collierville.

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:02:07 -0600

Collierville’s Walker Jones is one of the most influential figures in shaping the business of modern college athletics.

Grizzlies win fifth straight road game, beating Raptors in Toronto

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Tue, 10 Nov 2026 10:01:21 -0600

After a three-game losing streak at home, the Grizzlies returned to the road and won their fifth consecutive road game.

'If I'm healthy, I'm playing’: Edey hopes to rejoin Canadian national team this summer

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Mon, 9 Nov 2026 16:17:06 -0600

Grizzlies center Zach Edey withdrew from Olympic consideration in 2024, but he hopes to return.

Grizzlies podcast: Stewart makes a splash, Jerome stays hot

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Wed, 4 Nov 2026 12:26:54 -0600

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss another strong week for the Grizzlies and highlight the impact of Isaiah Stewart and Ty Jerome.

Pelicans spoil Ty Jerome's late-game heroics, hand Grizzlies first loss of season

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Tue, 3 Nov 2026 07:06:10 -0600

Despite a 40-point effort from Ty Jerome, the Grizzlies suffered their first defeat of the season.

Grizzlies notebook: Boozer's crystal ball, Stewart's perfect fit and Memphis' proof of concept

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Sun, 1 Nov 2026 17:40:33 -0600

Isaiah Stewart has helped head coach Tuomas Iisalo establish the team’s new culture, and the big man is looking right at home on this Grizzlies roster.

Grizzlies podcast: Memphis starts 3-0!

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 11:13:20 -0500

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington recap an exciting start for the Memphis Grizzlies.

Cam Boozer records triple-double as Grizzlies cruise past Blazers, Ja Morant

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:55:25 -0500

Boozer, 19, became the second-youngest player in NBA history to record a triple-double, finishing with 18 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists.

It was once a 'secret' hangout for NBA stars. Soon, Lou's Lounge will open to the public.

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:51:35 -0500

In Downtown Memphis, Kevin Helms, Ja Morant’s security coordinator, is opening Lou’s Lounge, a venue that was once a secret hangout for NBA players.

Ja Morant says he holds no grudge as he prepares to play Grizzlies

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:19:16 -0500

“Memphis is my home,” he said. “It’s still my home. It’s my last team. But I have other things to be focused on now.”

Grizzlies surge past Kings as Ty Jerome continues red-hot start

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 07:28:19 -0500

A ferocious finish helped the Grizzlies push their winning streak to three on Sunday in Sacramento.

How far is too far for a Ty Jerome 3? Farther than you think.

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 09:01:18 -0500

In the Grizzlies ' season-opening win, Jerome maneuvered around a screen and launched a 3-point attempt from the end of the bear logo at center court.

Grizzlies, Ty Jerome make statement in season opener

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:46:42 -0500

Ty Jerome set the Grizzlies franchise record for points in a season opener with 45 in a win against the Jazz.

Jaren Jackson Jr. on friendship with Brandon Clarke: 'It was everything'

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:02:10 -0500

Former Grizzly Jaren Jackson Jr. was at a loss for words when asked about his friendship with Brandon Clarke. Jackson will be in the building when the organization honors Clarke on Wednesday.

Hill: Cam Boozer won't demand the attention, but his debut is a 'big deal'

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 22:16:08 -0500

Cam Boozer doesn’t have to flex his personality to drum up excitement for his NBA debut against the Utah Jazz. The circumstances will do that for him.

Grizzlies podcast: NBA season predictions

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:28:27 -0500

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington predict NBA regular-season awards and order of finish. Will Cam Boozer win Rookie of the Year?

Grizzlies coaching preview: Is Memphis ready to turn the ship?

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 04:00:03 -0500

The question is whether that ship is finally headed somewhere.

Flat Stanley gets to tour Memphis with a Grizzlies star

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Sat, 10 Oct 2026 04:00:15 -0500

An Arkansas special education teacher needed help with a class project. Memphis Grizzlies guard Jaylen Wells answered the call.

Grizzlies podcast: Reacting to preseason games

dhill@dailymemphian.com (Drew Hill) — Thu, 8 Oct 2026 13:12:20 -0500

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the players who stood out in the Memphis Grizzlies’ preseason games this week.

Memphis Local, Sports, Business & Food News | Daily Memphian | Drew Hill

Hill: Local high school athletes are chasing NIL deals. Who’s protecting them?

Hill: He's the guy Lane Kiffin called to make Ole Miss a football power. And he lives in Collierville.

Grizzlies win fifth straight road game, beating Raptors in Toronto

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