Several University of Memphis coaches came to the city's defense after comments from ESPN's Stephen A. Smith generated a slew of strong reactions.

ESPN released an updated NBA Mock Draft on Tuesday, which pegged Richardson to be selected just outside of the lottery. This latest mock draft from ESPN has Richardson going No. 16 overall to the Memphis Grizzlies -- who just acquired this pick from the Orlando Magic in a trade.

The Orlando Magic and Memphis Grizzlies agreed to the first blockbuster trade of the NBA offseason, and it has some effects on the Indiana Pacers.

Luka Doncic Is Trending After Major NBA Trade on Sunday originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Memphis basketball star Dain Dainja, who is still waiting for the NCAA to rule on his waiver request, worked out for the Grizzlies on June 11.

Nembhard has seen his draft stock steadily rise since the season ended, playing well enough at the G-League Elite Camp to earn one of five invites to the NBA draft combine - where he promptly showcased his scoring acumen in the shooting drills while running the show in both scrimmages with his trademark elite floor vision and ball security.

The judge presiding over the federal case against five former Memphis police officers convicted in the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols has recused himself from further proceedings, just days before four of them were scheduled to be sentenced.