How good will the rookie be? That’s always a key question. But this time another looms: How soon?

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Grizzlies general manager Zach Kleiman spoke for the first time on NBA Draft night since trading away Desmond Bane and selecting Cedric Coward with the 11th pick.

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With the game tied in the top of the eighth inning, designated hitter Luken Baker smacked his fourth double of the series to give Memphis a late one-run lead.

The Grizzlies traded for the No. 11 pick in the NBA Draft on Wednesday and selected Cedric Coward out of Washington State. 

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Players from Bartlett, Lausanne, CBHS and Lakeland Prep named to the Tennessee Sports Writers Association’s all-state boys soccer team. 

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Darius Harris is back home in for a summer camp that is all about inspiration. 

Drew Hill and Chris Herrington wrap up the NBA season, talk about this week’s big NBA trade and open the door to this week’s NBA Draft.

First baseman Luken Baker reached base safely three times in four plate appearances in the loss.

What sort of resources are Memphis’ men’s and women’s tennis and baseball programs provided due to the recent approval of the House v. NCAA settlement?

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“It’s just amazing how long this is taking,” Memphis coach Penny Hardaway said Tuesday about waiting for the NCAA to give the Tigers a final decision on Dain Dainja’s eligibility waiver request. “But we’re being patient.”

Throughout May and June, the Memphis Grizzlies revamped the organization’s recreation room.

Through 34 total seasons as a head coach, Joye Lee-McNelis posted an overall record of 568-464.

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Here’s an alphabetical list of Memphis-area high school players who have announced college commitments to Football Bowl Subdivision schools.

Chris Herrington outlines four different things the Memphis Grizzlies could do with their first-round pick in this week’s 2025 NBA Draft. 

“Most of Memphis’ athletic revenue will go to men’s basketball. Will it be enough for the Tigers to compete at the national level?”

Thirteen Memphis area baseball players recognized by Tennessee Sports Writers Association.

As the NCAA decides if Dainja can play another season for the Tigers, legal experts weigh in on what could happen if the big man’s pursuit to stay on the court plays out in court. 

“Memphis was more than a job, it was a family. The players, the fans, and the city made it a place where we built something special together. I’m grateful for every moment and memory.”

It’s impossible to imagine Memphis without Fred Smith. So what happens next? 

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This week’s puzzle features a photo of Memphis Tigers basketball coach Penny Hardaway talking about his new-look team at a Tigers on Tour fan event in Lakeland.

Third baseman Nathan Church went 3-for-5 with two triples and shortstop Brody Moore went 3-for-5 with a double and three RBI.

The Redbirds play Game 6 of a six-game series against the Norfolk Tides on Sunday at AutoZone Park. First pitch is scheduled for 1:05 p.m.

One has an SEC tie-in. The other is a FedEx Cup Playoffs stop. The AutoZone Liberty Bowl and FedEx St. Jude Championship both are working to fend off competitors who want what they have.