Buckley: Multiple schools. Online classes. 1 goal. Jayden Reid is a window to modern college basketball.
The Tigers' new point guard has gone from South Florida to Northwestern to Memphis, collecting credits — and life lessons — at every stop.
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The Tigers' new point guard has gone from South Florida to Northwestern to Memphis, collecting credits — and life lessons — at every stop.
Memphis got its second gutty win of the season Saturday — and further proof that this just might be a season of redemption for head coach Penny Hardaway.
“After following up a season-opening upset win over preseason No. 18 Iowa State with Saturday’s home-opening win over VCU, however, the days of laying low are about done for the Memphis Tigers.”
Jayden Reid didn’t score the Tigers to victory in their season opener by accident. He’s been working since the third grade to become the player Memphis needed.
Jayden Reid finished with a game-high 26 points while making 12 of 14 free throws. He scored 17 of his points in the second half.Related content:
Although Friday’s win over Mississippi State was just an exhibition, it gave Memphis fans reason to be excited about what the Tigers could offer this season.
Penny Hardaway on this year’s team: “They’ve been intentional on being together and being coached.”
The 5-foot-10 point guard has a big personality and passion for Memphis basketball. And what he lacks in height "I’m gonna make up for with heart.”
On Monday afternoon, Northwestern guard Jayden Reid became the highest-ranked transfer to commit to the Tigers. He spoke with The Daily Memphian on why he chose Memphis and what fans can expect next season.
Scorer from Northwestern figures to be a leading scorer candidate for the Tigers next season and should see his percentages go back up against lesser competition in the American Conference.Related content:
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