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Vanderbilt’s men’s basketball team will open its 2026‑27 home schedule against Memphis on Nov. 10, completing a trio of non‑conference road‑home games and coming off a 27‑9 season that placed the Commodores among the nation’s top five seeds.
The revamped Pac‑12 is projected to be the leading non‑major conference in college basketball for the 2026‑27 season, with Gonzaga headlining a field that includes several rising programs.
Memphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway is addressing a steep attendance drop, a budget shortfall and a need for community engagement as he rebuilds the Tigers’ program for the upcoming season.
Jayden Reid's decision to transfer to Memphis highlights the program's appeal under coach Penny Hardaway, emphasizing energy, grit, and a fast‑paced style of play.
Coach Penny Hardaway is already shaping the lineup for the Tigers’ season‑opening game on Nov. 2, with summer workouts yet to begin and new faces such as Tylik Weeks and Jayden Reid in the mix.
Team Thad's 17U squad features six homegrown players who are attracting interest from top college coaches as the Nike EYBL Session 2 kicks off in Memphis.
Team Thad's 17‑under roster, anchored by Memphis natives, showcases a deep local talent pool that is attracting national attention and economic boosts for Memphis.
Coach Penny Hardaway expects all 14 Tigers to report for summer workouts, yet the status of several key signees, including Fred Smith Jr., remains uncertain as the team eyes a challenging slate and a revamped Battle 4 Atlantis.
Coach Penny Hardaway is optimistic that all 14 Memphis basketball players will report for summer workouts starting in June. Ten have signed agreements, while the status of Fred Smith Jr. remains uncertain, and transfer Maxim Logue is being compared to former player Dain Dainja.
Penny Hardaway is close to finalizing the Memphis Tigers roster for the 2026‑27 season, with nine of the 14 scholarship spots already earmarked for Division I transfers. The incoming transfer class is ranked 49th nationally and tops the American Conference according to 247Sports, a measure that underscores both the depth and the promise of the group.
Season tickets for the Memphis Tigers men's and women's basketball teams are now available, with Penny Hardaway in his ninth season and Hana Haden leading the women's squad for the first time.
Coach Penny Hardaway believes the Memphis Tigers are poised for a more potent offense this season, citing a fully assembled roster and a focus on chemistry during summer workouts.
Coach Penny Hardaway's roster gains a 6‑foot‑9 junior from Lyon, France, who brings interior experience and a proven track record against the Tigers.
Tylik Weeks, a top‑40 scorer and former street‑ball standout, joins the Memphis Tigers, promising a gritty, versatile presence under coach Penny Hardaway.