Penny Hardaway called the matchup with Georgia a statement game that will prove the Tigers are not a "gimmick."

After the K.J. Lawson booing hullabaloo, Geoff Calkins asked the people: Who or what is it appropriate for Memphians to boo in 2020? 

The Tigers are also finding some outside shooting to pair with their elite defense. 

Memphis dominated New Orleans Saturday in a strange atmosphere at FedExForum. 

The return of the 6-foot-5 guard gives Memphis more size in an already strong defensive backcourt. 

James Wiseman finally signed with an agent on Friday afternoon. He will now prepare for the NBA Draft in June. 

With his roots in the city, Penny Hardaway is a spokesperson unlike any other in Memphis. 

Tigers Basketball Notebook: Memphis is now 31st in the nation with 9.1 steals per game as the Tigers begin sorting out a rotation after James Wiseman leaves.

Memphis basketball earned a blowout win in its first game after James Wiseman's departure. 

Penny Hardaway said he wasn't sure what led Wiseman to leave the school. 

The Memphis Tigers basketball team along with other U of M athletes gave some local children early Christmas gifts Friday afternoon. The group distributed the toys – collected at a toy drive earlier this year – at Davis Community Center, which is at 3371 Spottswood in the Messick Buntyn area. Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland also was among those handing out presents.

On this special edition episode, Tigers beat writers Jonah Jordan and Drew Hill discuss James Wiseman leaving Memphis to prepare for the NBA draft and what that means for the Tigers.

James Wiseman's decision to leave Memphis will be much to his financial benefit and the detriment of the Tigers. 

James Wiseman will sign with an agent and prepare for the NBA Draft, according to his Instagram account. 

Alex Lomax is not a defensive point guard anymore. He’s an offensive weapon. 

Memphis is a perfect 7-0 since James Wiseman was suspended for 12 games. 

In front of a deafening crowd in Knoxville, the Memphis Tigers get the best win of the Hardaway era.

Memphis will need to use its defense to generate offensive opportunities if it wants to beat Tennessee in Knoxville on Saturday. 

Penny Hardaway doesn't lack confidence in his team this weekend at Tennessee despite likely missing two starters. 

Jeremiah Martin issued a reminder to his former team that no matter how bright the lights get Saturday, don’t try to be more than what makes you Memphis.

Penny Hardaway said the young Tigers will learn immediately that Memphis and Tennessee do not like each other. 

While the basic statistics may not show it, defense has been the Tigers' biggest strength this season. 

The Tigers are expecting a chaotic atmosphere at Thompson-Boling Arena Saturday as their rivalry with Tennessee moves to its next chapter.

Memphis basketball held UAB to 17 points in the second half. 

Tigers coach Penny Hardaway is challenging his team to step up on the boards against UAB on Saturday.