Five burning questions, players to watch for the AAC in 2018-19
The biggest additions to the AAC come in the coaching ranks, as Memphis and UConn are hoping new hires will change their fortunes in 2018-19.
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2018 Schedule
5th in American
- 11/10L 82-70
- 11/14W 70-62
- 11/21W 63-52
- 11/25W 76-74
- 11/30L 71-56
- 12/2W 83-81
- 12/5W 65-64
- 12/9W 90-72
- 12/12W 67-58
- 12/16L 81-72
- 12/20W 70-66
- 12/23W 83-71
- 12/28L 71-61
- 12/3121L 82-48
- 1/3L 65-56
- 1/6W 76-67
- 1/9W 96-89
- 1/13W 75-72
- 1/16W 73-49
- 1/20L 64-51
- 1/279L 62-48
- 1/31W 86-74
- 2/3L 88-85
- 2/622L 85-65
- 2/11L 68-64
- 2/14W 70-67
- 2/17W 68-63
- 2/2223W 91-85
- 2/25W 83-79
- 3/1L 75-51
- 3/4W 90-70
- 3/8W 79-77
- 3/9W 67-64
- 3/108L 70-60
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Which programs are the top 2019 recruits leaning toward?
The race is on for the top prospects in 2019 and beyond. Find out which programs are in the mix for players like James Wiseman and Cole Anthony.
10 takeaways from recruiting trail during July evaluation period
New NCAA rules, Penny Hardaway's emergence and LeBron James were among the dominant storylines on the recruiting trail in July.
Jeffries explains decommitment from Kentucky, ties to Memphis (2:01)
Jeffries' decommitment unchartered territory for Calipari (1:20)
Can Penny Hardaway beat Kentucky for No. 1 player in 2019?
The new Memphis coach is going head-to-head with John Calipari over the No. 1 player, James Wiseman.
Former NBA coach Mitchell joins Memphis staff
Anfernee Hardaway is adding former NBA head coach Sam Mitchell to his first staff with the University of Memphis.
Memphis picks up Louisville transfer Thomas
Forward Lance Thomas announced that he is transferring from Louisville to Memphis after being granted his unconditional release.
Auburn picks up Memphis transfer Johnson
Auburn has picked up Memphis transfer Jamal Johnson, who will redshirt next season and have three years of eligibility remaining.
Memphis adds guard Wingett to recruiting class
Memphis has added shooting guard David Wingett to new coach Penny Hardaway's first recruiting class.
Memphis' Azab shares leukemia diagnosis
Memphis forward Karim Sameh Azab said on social media that he has been diagnosed with cancer and has started treatment.
Marty Smith's America The Podcast: Penny Hardaway, Boston Marathon & Wawa Update
Marty chats with former NBA great and Memphis Tigers head coach Penny Hardaway (1:33). Plus, Marty talks about running in the Boston Marathon a year after the bombings (37:40)
Penny's first commit at Memphis: Son Jayden
Jayden Hardaway, a 6-foot-5 shooting guard who averaged 4.8 points in the Nike EYBL last spring and summer, has committed to play for his father, Penny Hardaway, at Memphis.
Tennessee, Memphis to renew hoops rivalry
Tennessee and Memphis have agreed to renew their basketball rivalry starting next season.
Campus Conversation Basketball: Rece Davis on Wild Weekend
Jeff Goodman & Rece Davis look back on a crazy first weekend of the Tournament (1:08), look ahead to the regional semis (23:16), examine some coaching moves (31:52) and more. Plus, "Talk Nerdy To Me" shares analytical perspectives on what to expect moving forward (26:35).
Penny on Memphis job: 'I'm here to make a difference' (0:24)
Penny on Memphis: 'Losing is not an option'
Penny Hardaway was introduced as the next men's basketball coach at Memphis on Tuesday.
Will Penny successfully recruit for Memphis? (2:10)
The mostly bad history of NBA All-Stars as college coaches
Penny Hardaway won't be the first former NBA All-Star to try his hand at being a college head coach. A look back at those who tried before should worry Memphis fans.
Sources: Hardaway to be Memphis' new coach
Penny Hardaway has agreed to become the next men's basketball coach at Memphis, sources told ESPN.
Was it fair for Memphis to fire Tubby Smith? (2:07)
Memphis fires Tubby Smith after 2 seasons
Memphis has fired coach Tubby Smith after a 21-win season that didn't result in an NCAA tournament berth.
Memphis coach Smith on future: 'Who knows?'
Memphis coach Tubby Smith was asked whether he thought he coached his last game with the Tigers after a 70-60 loss to Cincinnati in the American Athletic Conference tournament semifinals Saturday. He responded by saying, "Who knows?"
No. 8 Cincinnati rallies past Memphis 70-60 in AAC semis
Jarron Cumberland scored 18 points and Gary Clark had 17 points and 12 rebounds to rally No. 8 Cincinnati to a 70-60 victory over Memphis in the semifinals of the American Athletic Conference Tournament on Saturday.
Andrea Adelson ESPN Staff Writer
Cincinnati absolutely dominated the second half to beat Memphis 70-60 and make it into the American Athletic Conference championship game. Now, the wait begins to see whether Tubby Smith has a future with the Tigers.
2017-18 American Standings
| TEAM | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati | 16-2 | - | 31-5 |
| Houston | 14-4 | 2 | 27-8 |
| Wichita St | 14-4 | 2 | 25-8 |
| Tulsa | 12-6 | 4 | 19-12 |
| Memphis | 10-8 | 6 | 21-13 |
| UCF | 9-9 | 7 | 19-13 |
| Temple | 8-10 | 8 | 17-16 |
| UConn | 7-11 | 9 | 14-18 |
| SMU | 6-12 | 10 | 17-16 |
| Tulane | 5-13 | 11 | 14-17 |
| East Carolina | 4-14 | 12 | 10-20 |
| South Florida | 3-15 | 13 | 10-22 |
Team Stats
Points Per Game70.8252nd
Rebounds Per Game34.4224th
Assists Per Game13.0219th
Points Allowed71.2145th
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Tournament History
| Final Fours | 3 |
| Tournament Record | 34-26 |
| Championship Seasons | None |
| Tournament Appearances | 26 |