JANUARY 12, 2023•SUN-SENTINEL.COM
UCF men's basketball aims to build off 'chaotic' 2-OT win vs. MemphisUCF coach Johnny Dawkin explained how the Knights are looking to build off their double-overtime win vs. Memphis. The first opportunity come...
The Commercial AppealMemphis basketball coach Penny Hardaway admitted after Wednesday's double-overtime loss at UCF that the Tigers "needed this game."
JANUARY 12, 2023•COMMERCIALAPPEAL.COM
Alex Lomax - Likely out against TempleMemphis coach Penny Hardaway said he Wednesday that he doesn't think Lomax (groin) will be available for Sunday's game versus Temple, Mark Giannotto of The Commercial Appeal report...
ImpactLomax will likely miss Sunday's contest after injuring his groin in Wednesday's game. His next chance to suit up will be next Thursday's matchup with Wichita if he can't go against Temple.
JANUARY 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Lahat Thioune - Plays 20 minutesThioune ended Wednesday's 107-104 2OT victory over Memphis with two points (1-2 FG), two rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals in 20 minutes.
ImpactThioune could continue frequently logging at least 20 minutes. Michael Durr underwent surgery to mend his left hand, and Central Florida's head coach Johnny Dawkins prefers using a tall trio of frontcourt players.
JANUARY 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Alex Lomax - Exits game with injuryLomax left Wednesday's game versus UCF in the first overtime period due to a groin injury, Parth Upadhyaya of The Daily Memphian reports.
ImpactLomax tallied five points, one rebound and one assist in 30 minutes before exiting Wednesday's game. His status for Sunday's matchup with Temple is uncertain.
JANUARY 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Jayden Hardaway - Does not play again WednesdayHardaway (hip) was sidelined for a second straight game in Wednesday's 2OT loss to UCF.
ImpactHardaway's hip issue forced him out again Wednesday night, as the 6-5 senior will look to get right ahead of Sunday's meeting with Temple. Look for Elijah McCadden to get the start in his place once again if Hardaway ultimately is unable to go.
JANUARY 12, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Memphis Tigers to retire Lorenzen Wright's No. 55 next month
The University of Memphis plans to retire the jersey of former basketball player Lorenzen Wright during a game next month, more than 12 years after he was fatally shotJANUARY 12, 2023•ASSOCIATED PRESS
