The Grizzlies were slotted sixth before Sunday’s lottery, but given the odds of one or more of the teams slotted 7-14 jumping up, their most likely landing spots were actually seventh (29.7% chance) and eighth (20.6%).
The Memphis Grizzlies made a jump in the lottery and will pick No. 3 overall in the 2026 NBA Draft.
Also happening this week: Tigers coaches go on tour, and the Civil Rights Museum reopens its Legacy building.
For these three female entrepreneurs, their businesses grew as their families did, alongside challenges, memories and meals.
The property was used as a hospital and stable by Union troops during the Civil War.
Brittney Wilson’s mother, Tonya Cannady, was her best friend. When her mother and brothers were killed in a car wreck, she considered quitting nursing school. But her mom’s colleagues at Youth Villages helped her get through it.
There is a single spot in Memphis where you can stand in all three congressional districts. It’s an absurdity, yes. And a cause for rage.
Memphis has not lost any of its six series matchups in the 2026 season.
For Memphis retailers and farmers, the current reality is higher prices and tighter supply.
The growth of electric bikes and their increasing presence in Collierville have officials considering some rules regarding limitations on the mode of transportation.
More than 100 people gathered Saturday for the Bluff City Brawl, a celebration of the traditional Irish sports of hurling, camogie and Gaelic football.
Daniel Prewitt nearly lost his leg after a high-speed chase in Arkansas. That outcome was avoided thanks to a Regional One team that reconnected tiny blood vessels, some smaller than a human hair.
Dragons coach Alisa Seymour said she’s challenging her team to “be legendary.” Saturday was a big step in that direction.
American Revival, which features a Festival of Helpers and performances, is coming to Memphis.
A 2025 study by the Richmond Federal Reserve Bank found that BNPL borrowers are typically female, younger, renters, and less educated; but, surprisingly, have higher household incomes.
“I don’t need to sing. I don’t need to dance. I don’t need to be the best writer. In short, I don’t need to chase who and what I’m not; it’s enough to be thankful for what I am and work to be the best I’m capable of being.”
“The musicians among us will be familiar with the concept of ‘tonic chord.’ It’s that set of notes in a musical score that leaves the ear — and therefore the mind and even the body — feeling settled, complete, finished, at rest.”
Ducks Unlimited, Financial Federal and Burch, Porter and Johnson make promotions and additions.
“Always amazed and thankful for the wonderful work the staff at ROH do on a daily basis to create stories like this one.” — Monika Natarajan about ‘Don’t give up on yourself’: Regional One team defy odds to save officer’s leg
“By all means, ban them from Greenways and sidewalks… And believe it or not, some of them are popping wheelies as they fly by.” — Dennis Paden about ‘Somebody is going to die’: Collierville considering restrictions for e-bikes, motorized scooters
“You nailed many of my favorites; totally agree!” — Ron Serino about $15 Deal: Special Mother’s Day edition, with breakfast and brunch
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This jigsaw puzzle is a photo from the groundbreaking of a new hospital in Fayette County and was taken by Patrick Lantrip.
A Midtown vet assistant has been arrested, fired for allegedly throwing a dog into a kennel and breaking his paw.
A newly formed company has taken over a Downtown tech-hub project that would combine computing infrastructure, office and residential space on one campus.
It will not shock you to read that the Memphis Grizzlies have not historically had great luck in the NBA Draft Lottery.
Coconut cake holds a special place in Monique Williams’ heart.
Collierville won’t be posting anymore on X, formerly Twitter. The decision was partially due to engagement but also due to explicit content that surfaced when searching the town’s name.
With roots in Mississippi, the Rhodes graduate has amassed more than a million monthly Spotify listeners and was the featured artist for March on BET’s spotlight program.
“One need not support any particular politician to recognize that intentionally fragmenting the voting strength of a historic Black community carries moral consequences. We should at least have enough honesty to admit what is happening.”
Drew Hill and Chris Herrington discuss the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery and whether Memphis is due for some good luck.
Today’s puzzle is of a gravestone at Elmwood Cemetery and was taken by Greg Campbell.