Calkins: Happy 25th opener, everyone! Because Ja was Ja.
Cedric Coward was perfect and Ja Morant was even better as the Grizzlies opened their 25th season with a win.
Herrington: Cedric Coward’s ‘perfect’ night, and other Grizzlies first impressions
A blockbuster third quarter, a promising rookie debut and a vintage “Call 12” finale meant a fine time for home fans. And a “W” always leaves a good taste.
It’s not the full Grizzlies roster. But it’s still Ja and Jaren.
Ja Morant and Jaren Jackson Jr. helped carry the Grizzlies to a win in the season opener against New Orleans. Grizzlies use big third quarter to beat Pelicans in season openerRelated content:
Grizzlies use big third quarter to beat Pelicans in season opener
Ja Morant’s 35 points led the Grizzlies, and a key basket at the end of the fourth quarter sealed the deal.
Box score: Grizzlies 128, Pelicans 122
NBA box score for Wednesday’s game between the Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Pelicans played inside FedExForum in Memphis, Tennessee.
Tennessee Highway Patrol driving increase in arrests
As the Memphis Safe Task Force ramps up its presence, local elected leaders are focusing on a lawsuit challenging the state about sending National Guard troops to the city.
Despite ‘doom loop,’ Downtown Memphis makes progress
Downtown Memphis is progressing with more projects, population and initiatives despite the “doom loop,” said Brookings Institution fellow Tracy Hadden Loh.
Table Talk: Thank you for being a friend
It’s standard to see chefs, caterers and other food-related entities come together to create culinary experiences. But I’ve noticed a unique quality across Memphis’ food network: selflessness.
Mitch Graves’ TVA nomination goes to U.S. Senate committee
MLGW board member Mitch Graves was one of four Trump nominees to the TVA board that went to D.C. on Wednesday for introductions to the Senate committee that will be considering their nominations.
Marshals arrest second suspect in fatal shooting of rapper
U.S. Marshals arrest suspect in the fatal shooting of a rapper outside the Westin Hotel in Downtown Memphis earlier this year.
Can Memphis bounce back against USF and run the table in final stretch?
“All of our hopes, goals and dreams are still in front of us,” Memphis coach Ryan Silverfield said after suffering a loss to UAB. Now, nationally ranked USF comes to town.
County Commission to vote Monday on override of mayor’s veto
Mayor Lee Harris vetoed the commission’s September vote that would move all nine Memphis-Shelby County Schools board seats to the 2026 ballot, shortening the four-year terms of office of five of the school board members elected last year.
Buckley: One retired from coaching. The other keeps coming back. But these two hall of famers share a lot.
Bubba Luckett is done coaching. Fred Horton can’t get enough. Now both high school basketball coaches and former Memphis Tigers are in the Memphis Sports Hall of Fame.
Man charged in drug trafficking scheme last year sentenced
A local man charged in a drug trafficking scheme last year will serve nearly four years in federal prison.
Week 10 high school football preview: Owls, Brothers renew state’s oldest rivalry
MUS enters following a victory, while CBHS is coming off a loss. But both teams will have a reason for optimism.
After another nail-biter, Briarcrest is in the state title match
Saints drop the first two sets against Christ Presbyterian Academy before rallying to win the match — while silencing the Lions’ faithful.
Dandy Dozen: Southwind still No. 1 as final push to the playoffs begins
Not much shuffling in the rankings this week due to many teams not playing because of fall break.
In-N-Out plans to buy East Memphis land for $5 million
Documents show indoor and outdoor seating accommodating up to 105 guests, a drive-thru that can accommodate 26 cars and 79 parking spaces.
Crime data shows significant impact from Task Force
In nearly all data points, crime was down in the four weeks before the task force launched. But, similar to the city’s dashboard graphic, the declines have been more precipitous in the roughly three weeks since the surge began.
MSCS school mergers could impact 2,650 students
The school consolidations would also impact about 60 school-level jobs.
Inked: Freed-Hardeman University building sold
The University building was sold fully furnished and features a lobby and reception area, an auditorium, a kitchen, offices and conference rooms.
Central Library escalates plan for new escalators
Meanwhile, librarians seeking union recognition got a promise from the Memphis City Council.
Sudoku: Oct. 22
Are you ready for today’s puzzles?
Daily Jigsaw: Frayser’s fabulous Bauhaus
Today’s photo features the Frayser Bauhaus taken by The Daily Memphian photographer Mark Weber.
Daily WordRow: Oct. 22
Are you a Wordle fan? Try WordRow, a similar game. It’s free to play.
Metro
Federal public defender’s office struggling amid Memphis Safe Task Force
Amid a surge in arrests from the Memphis Task Force, the federal public defender’s office is “straining.”
Premium Public Safety Judge who presided over Lindsey Whiteside case recuses himself, blasts DA
Education The Frayser Phoenix? Bay High School? Voters can choose name, mascot of new high school today
City of Memphis Memphis wasn’t asked to join National Guard lawsuit, Harris says
Education Pro TIPS: State program chips in for college savings accounts
Business
Local home sales make ‘noteworthy’ jump in September
Home prices rose in September compared to the same time last year, with the median sales price increasing from $215,000 to $230,000.
Premium Transportation & Logistics International Paper sold its bag operations
Transportation & Logistics Local packaging facility to close, laying off 76 employees
Premium Business Memphis has an affordable housing shortage, but a new program will help reduce it
Premium Real Estate Daily Memphian seminar to focus on developing Downtown and Midtown
Sports
After nearly two decades, the 2007-08 Memphis Tigers will finally get their ‘just due’
When former Memphis coach John Calipari returns to the 901 for the Hoops for St. Jude Tip Off Classic, a group of Tigers that put “blood, sweat and tears” into the program will be formally honored for the first time.
Premium Memphis Tigers Basketball Coach Cal Countdown: The Tigers had an answer for Adam Morrison and Gonzaga. It took a village.
High School Sports Vote for The Daily Memphian high school football player of the week, Week 9
Memphis Tigers Football Tigers update starting quarterback’s injury status as attention turns to USF
Premium Memphis Tigers Football Why did Memphis choose freshman AJ Hill to replace its injured starting quarterback?
Food
What to order: Ecco’s ‘little ears’ with sausage, broccoli and cream
Never skip the pasta when it’s made in-house.
Premium Table Talk Table Talk: From city streets to coffee cups, Memphis brews up a buzz
Suburbs
Landers Center expansion cleared for next phase by board
Construction on the Landers Center expansion remains on target as the project moves into its next level of work.
Lakeland Former Lakeland Mayor Jim Bomprezzi dies
Arts & Culture
No need for stage fright, this karaoke club lets you sing in private
“It’s your own little private party,” said Deidre Ellis, owner of The Studio Karaoke, which offers five soundproofed rooms and 80,000 songs to choose from.
Spirit of Memphis Historic-photo exhibit exports Memphis soul to Seoul
Opinion
Opinion: What the federal task force proves about the council’s traffic-stop policy
“Instead of treating a horrific tragedy as an isolated incident and holding those specific officers accountable, the council put the entire MPD culture — and legitimate policing — on trial.”
Podcasts
The AM/DM podcast: In our Calipari era
Sixteen years ago, University of Memphis basketball coach John Calipari left Memphis for the University of Kentucky, leaving a lot of memories in his wake.